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Provision of Acoustic Data Modems

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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29 Jul 2026 at 07:10

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, a sub-central government public authority based in Southampton, United Kingdom, recently completed the procurement process for the "Provision of Acoustic Data Modems". This process was conducted under direct procurement, specified as below threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to SONARDYNE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED for the supply of two Sonardyne Modem 6 MF Directional Acoustic Modem Units. These units are crucial for enabling subsea communication and telemetry at depths of up to 3,000 metres and will be delivered to the UKJ32 region. The contract was signed on 3rd July 2026 and runs until 2nd October 2026, with a total gross amount of £49,850.88.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in hydrographic instruments and telemetry apparatus, particularly those capable of supplying advanced subsea communication technology. While the current contract was obtained through a direct award without broader competition, future procurements in this category may open opportunities for competitive bidding. Companies with capabilities in the design and manufacture of robust, high-performance communication devices for challenging underwater environments would find such tenders lucrative for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Acoustic Data Modems

Notice Description

The contract is for the purchase of two Sonardyne Modem 6 MF Directional Acoustic Modem Units. The modems enable subsea communication and telemetry for the National Oceanography Centre. The modem units' specification includes 6 MF directional transducers which are able to operate at 3,000 meters depth, utilising Lithium Battery units.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071482-2026
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38291000 - Telemetry apparatus

38292000 - Hydrographic instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£41,542 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2026 - 2 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
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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

SONARDYNE INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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