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03 Mar 2026 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre has completed a procurement process titled "UoS Faculty Projects Lab 166.43 Refurbishment," focusing on the overhaul and refurbishment work required for laboratory facilities. This procurement falls within the public authority sub-central government category and targets the refurbishment industry located in Southampton, United Kingdom. The procurement utilised a limited method under the "Below threshold - limited competition" regulation, with key activities including soft strip finishes, installation of new lighting, ceilings, and flooring, among others. The contract was awarded to MJG Mechanical Services Limited on 3rd March 2026, with a project end date of 1st September 2026. The contract is valued at £159,561.60 gross and is classified as below threshold.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in mechanical and electrical work and those involved in general building refurbishment projects. It is particularly advantageous for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK refurbishing sector looking to expand their portfolio in public sector projects. Companies with experience in laboratory refurbishment, including lighting, cooling systems, and replacing fans, will find this contract aligns with their expertise and can serve as a lucrative entry point into collaborating with government bodies such as the National Oceanography Centre.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UoS Faculty Projects Lab 166.43 Refurbishment

Notice Description

This project the appointment of a Main Contractor to supply all labour, plant, and materials to carry out and complete the General Builders/MEP Works to facilitate the refurbishment of project laboratory 166/43, generally as described below: * Soft strip of existing room finishes, including benching, shelving, sinks and the like * New lighting with the removal of the existing lighting trunking * New suspended ceiling * New flooring / skirting * Re-Decoration * New Trespa laboratory benching c/w new sink location (incl. possible re-use of existing sink/taps) * New temperature control to room / room cooling * Replacement of window extract fan

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0660ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018967-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£132,968 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
National Oceanography Centre
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 3ZH
Postcode Area
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

MJG MECHANICAL SERVICES LIMITED

Further Information

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