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Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook

NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE

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29 Jul 2026 at 07:18

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process under the title "Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook." This tender was categorised under the industry classification of marine equipment. The contract is for supplying replacement parts and components, such as rudder actuators and valve systems, to overhaul and maintain the RSS James Cook's steering gear. The procurement was conducted directly without competition due to being below threshold requirements. Key dates include the contract period from 29 June 2026 to 28 June 2027, with the award announced on 29 July 2026. The primary location for delivery is in the UKK30 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the marine equipment manufacturing sector, especially those capable of providing specialised marine components. Companies like large-scale suppliers with the ability to source or manufacture complex systems for maritime applications would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Although the award was given to Neuver Maritime AS, based in Norway, future opportunities may arise for businesses that specialise in marine technology, maintenance, and equipment supply to engage with the National Oceanography Centre on other maritime projects or procurement needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook

Notice Description

RSS James Cook's rudder steering gear requires an overhaul using specialist parts. The contract is for the provision of replacement parts and associated components. The RSS James Cook specifically needs the components: rudder actuator, pump, valve systems (which includes filters, hoses, gear pump components, frequency converters). The contract includes the provision of onboard spare components for the RSS James Cook. The parts and components are for the purpose of maintaining the motor controllers, remove control cabinets feedback systems and general spare parts. These components will support the overhaul and the future repairs and maintenance while the vessel is in service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071485-2026
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
£85,545 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 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

NEUVER MARITIME

Further Information

Notice Documents

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