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06 Jul 2026 at 08:54

Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Provision Of Replacement Flap Motors For Ocean Research." This procurement falls under the industry category of marine equipment, with delivery required to the UK maritime region of UKJ32. This procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, meaning it was awarded without open competition. The contract was initiated through a tender process and was officially awarded on 30th June 2026, with a contract end date set for 29th June 2027. The contract is for the supply and manufacture of six '2D Flap Motor Assemblies with 400m encapsulation', among other goods.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers within the marine equipment sector. Large-scale commercial suppliers specialising in marine technology and equipment could greatly benefit from such procurement projects, establishing or strengthening their presence in the UK market. As this contract was awarded directly to EIVA a/s, a large Danish supplier experienced in marine equipment, it underscores the significant competitive advantage held by businesses with a proven track record and international capabilities. Businesses looking to compete in future procurement processes with the National Oceanography Centre, or similar UK public authorities, should focus on establishing reliability, quality, and efficient delivery logistics to stand out.

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Notice Title

Provision Of Replacement Flap Motors For Ocean Research

Notice Description

The contract covers the Procurement of six '2D Flap Motor Assemblies with 400m encapsulation'. The scope of the contract is for the manufacture and supply of the products as well as UK delivery to the National Oceanography Centre.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c411
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063090-2026
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

EIVA

Further Information

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