---
title: "Modifications to ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor as part of MMS on ALR"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058af1"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2025-08-20"
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# Modifications to ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor as part of MMS on ALR

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058af1

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the National Oceanography Centre focuses on modifying software to work on the IMX8 processor for the Mission Management System used on Autonomous Long Range (ALR) vehicles. This falls under the software programming and consultancy services industry category. Located in Southampton, UK, the National Oceanography Centre acted as the buyer in this direct procurement method, concluding the contract on 20th August 2025 with a completion date set for 12th November 2025. The procurement was below the threshold, executed without competition, and classified under public authority sub-central government.

This tender provides significant opportunities for companies skilled in software programming and consultancy services, particularly those familiar with Ubuntu and processor modifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), such as THE GOOD PENGUIN LTD, can benefit from such contracts, allowing them to leverage existing expertise in software enhancement. Businesses that focus on innovation and software upgrades are well positioned to secure similar contracts, effectively supporting technological advancement within governmental projects. The collaboration with the National Oceanography Centre can help elevate a company's profile within the public sector by contributing to significant infrastructure projects.

## Notice

A toolchain along with modified version of ubuntu to work on the IMX8 processor has previously been procured and selected for use the on the Mission Management System (MMS) used on ALR. Building from this product we now require to upgrade to the latest supported ubuntu (24.04) along with several different feature updates to support the vehicle. As these are building on existing software, NOC intends to utilise the same supplier to create most reliable & consistent outcome.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050025-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Aug 2025 - 12 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £33,750 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 3ZH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE GOOD PENGUIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2025 at 08:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050025-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050025-2025
  20th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.thegoodpenguin.co.uk/

## Provenance

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