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Provision of Thruster Overhaul Components for the RSS James Cook

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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02 Jul 2026 at 09:21

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority sub-central government entity based in Southampton, United Kingdom, recently completed a procurement process for the provision of thruster overhaul components for the RSS James Cook. The tender, identified by the code 2026PRNOC-1173, was specifically for the supply of Brunvoll OEM spare parts and services related to the overhaul of four thruster units on the vessel. This procurement falls under the marine equipment and repair services category and was carried out using a limited procurement method, below the threshold with limited competition. The procurement process concluded on 2nd July 2026, and the contract was awarded to UK Docks Marine Services North Limited, with the contract period starting on 23rd June 2026 and expected to end on 1st October 2026, with a potential extension of up to 30 days if operational needs arise.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine equipment supply and ship maintenance services. Companies experienced in providing OEM parts and expertise, particularly those capable of handling comprehensive overhaul and refurbishment tasks, would find this contract highly beneficial for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can furnish the labour, supervision, and OEM-trained technicians necessary for such intricate marine projects may consider positioning themselves for similar tenders in the future to expand their service offerings and bolster their presence in the maritime engineering and servicing sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Thruster Overhaul Components for the RSS James Cook

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply of genuine Brunvoll OEM spare parts and associated specialist engineering services required to undertake the five-year overhaul of four Brunvoll thruster units installed on the RRS James Cook. The scope includes the supply and installation of OEM replacement components, including propeller blade seal kits, propeller shaft seal assemblies, oil distributor assemblies, drive shaft seal kits, bearings, liners, rotational seal components, filters, grease, gaskets and associated consumables necessary to restore the thruster units to full operational condition. The supplier shall provide all labour, supervision, mobilisation, demobilisation, travel and OEM-trained technicians required to undertake inspection, overhaul, refurbishment, installation and commissioning activities during the vessel refit period. The works include inspection of underwater components, renewal of worn parts and seals, testing and completion of all servicing activities necessary to return the four thruster units to full operational service and ensure the continued operational capability of the RRS James Cook.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c20a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062098-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£170,852 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 1-6 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

UK DOCKS MARINE SERVICES NORTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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