Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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Award

15 Jun 2026 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas" was conducted by the National Oceanography Centre, a public authority in Southampton, United Kingdom. The tender, identified by the code 2026PRNOC-1101, involved the supply and installation of new flooring, including luxury vinyl tile and carpet tiles, in designated areas of their facility. This process was classified under "Floor laying and covering work" and utilised a limited competition approach, being below the threshold. The process has reached the completion stage, with the award and contract signed with the supplier, KEITH FORFAR LIMITED, on 12th June 2026. The project was scheduled to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude by 31st August 2026.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses engaged in flooring installation and related construction services. It is particularly beneficial for SMEs like KEITH FORFAR LIMITED, exemplified by its successful award. Companies with expertise in luxury vinyl tile installation, efficient project management in operational settings, and the capacity to undertake work with minimal disruption would find such procurement opportunities advantageous for growth. The need for associated preparatory works, such as latex application and precision in transition features, further highlights the demand for specialised skills and knowledge in this industry sector.

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Notice Title

Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas

Notice Description

The contract comprises the supply and installation of flooring works across designated areas within the National Oceanography Centre, including: - Removal and disposal of existing flooring - Installation of luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring and carpet tiles - Associated preparatory works (including latex application where required) - Installation of transition features (e.g. dim strips) - Works carried out in operational areas, including potential weekend working Scope includes: - Canteen flooring works (pathways and eating areas) - Level 4 carpet tile replacement across multiple nodes and plate areas

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b4b2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056046-2026
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

45432100 - Floor laying and covering work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£54,599 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 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
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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

KEITH FORFAR

Further Information

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