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Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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28 Mar 2026 at 08:27

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority under the sub-central government category, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Triton LN20 liquid nitrogen generator. This contract, titled "Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator," falls within the goods category and supports their scientific and engineering operations across various NOC vessels. Located in Southampton, UK, the procurement utilised a direct method below the threshold without competition, with the entire process culminating in the award and contract signing on 1st March 2026. The contract period extends from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027, with a gross value of £52,110.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of supplying specialised machinery like liquid nitrogen generators. Although completed, similar opportunities may arise for businesses involved in the provision of compatible or related equipment, building standardisation and continuity with existing systems. Companies similar to Peak Scientific Instruments Limited, which has successfully engaged in this procurement, may find additional prospects in upcoming tenders from the National Oceanography Centre or similar public sector organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator

Notice Description

The National Oceanography Centre has awarded a contract for the provision and supply of a Triton LN20 liquid nitrogen generator. The equipment will be used to support scientific and engineering operations across NOC vessels. This is a repeat purchase of equipment already in service, ensuring continuity, standardisation, and compatibility with existing systems, maintenance arrangements, and operational procedures.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06772a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028790-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42511200 - Machinery for liquefying air or other gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,425 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 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
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

PEAK SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

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