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Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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20 Feb 2026 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA" has been completed by the National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry category of surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments and appliances. The procurement was carried out using a direct method below threshold, without competition due to compatibility requirements. This award stage was finalised on 20th February 2026, with a contract period extending until 19th February 2027. The contract entails the supply of eight titanium pressure vessels that match the NOC's existing units to ensure seamless integration and operational continuity.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of oceanographic equipment, particularly those with expertise in producing compatible pressure vessels. The supplier, K.U.M. Umwelt- und Meerestechnik Kiel GmbH, a large-scale enterprise based in Germany, has been selected to fulfill this contract, highlighting that firms with a significant presence and technical proficiency in the field are well-positioned to secure similar contracts. Businesses that can offer high-quality, interchangeable products with established designs have the potential to grow by supporting ongoing projects and providing vital components to major institutions such as the National Oceanography Centre.

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Notice Title

Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA

Notice Description

The requirement is to purchase eight titanium pressure vessels that match the NOC's existing units, ensuring full compatibility with current equipment and supporting ongoing project needs. The vessels must be supplied to the same established design so they can be used interchangeably across the existing system, allowing continuity of operations and avoiding delays or additional engineering effort.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06595b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015717-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 19 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
noc_tenders@noc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

K.U.M. UMWELT- UND MEERESTECHNIK KIEL

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