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title: "Refurbishment of the Dining Area at NOC Liverpool (Furniture)"
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buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
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# Refurbishment of the Dining Area at NOC Liverpool (Furniture)

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059135

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## Summary

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority within the sub-central government sector in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of the dining area at its Liverpool site, focusing on new furniture. This project, with an overall contract value of £35,232.91, falls under the "goods" procurement category and uses a direct procurement method below threshold without competition. The contract was awarded on 29th August 2025, and is expected to be active until 30th September 2025. Key dates include the award notice published on 1st September 2025. The procurement involves the delivery of dining-room furniture with A&A Business Supplies serving as the supplier.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in furniture manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can offer competitive pricing and flexibility as demonstrated by A&A Business Supplies. Companies with experience in standardisation projects, offering a range of styles and sustainable solutions, or those possessing strong local supply chains may find similar procurement needs advantageous. The selection process highlights the importance of attributes such as cost-effectiveness, sustainability, proven track records, and quality compliance—features likely appealing to businesses aiming for growth in providing specialised or tailored furniture solutions to public authorities.

## Notice

The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) As part of the ongoing refurbishment of the Dining Area at the Liverpool Site, we are proposing a full upgrade of the existing furniture and tables. This initiative is driven by the need to create a more professional, functional, and future-ready environment for both staff and visitors. The current layout and furnishings no longer meet the evolving needs of our workforce, particularly in terms of space efficiency, comfort, and capacity. All staff have been communicated to and engaged across this process to have their say before delivery. Background: The current space was created from day 1, and the internal furniture has not been updated since its inception. The furniture is now visibly outdated, no longer aligns with the professional image NOC wishes to project and fails to meet updated ergonomic and regulatory requirements, as well as increased usage needs. Rationale for Single Supplier Selection: To fulfill the furniture requirements for this project, NOC proposes employing A&A Business Supplies (A&A), a local company based within two miles of the Southampton site. The rationale for selecting A&A as a single supplier is outlined below: 1. Range and Flexibility: A&A is an independent company with access to a broad range of furniture suppliers, offering extensive styles, colours, and configurations. This flexibility ensures that NOC's diverse furniture requirements can be met effectively and efficiently. 2. Standardisation: The NOC Estate Transformation project aims to establish a standardised selection of furniture across all areas of the site. Working with a single supplier like A&A ensures consistency, enhancing the professional aesthetic and functional alignment throughout the organization. 3. Cost-Effectiveness: A&A offers solutions that eliminate storage fees, mitigating risks associated with supply chain delays. A cost comparison conducted over the past year between A&A and a nominated framework supplier, revealed that A&A provides comparable furniture at a lower overall cost. 4. Proven Track Record: Over the past four years, A&A has consistently delivered excellent service to NOC, demonstrating flexibility in delivery dates and storage, and providing a responsive and reliable after-sales service. Their average response time for addressing issues is within 24 hours. 5. Sustainability and Social Responsibility: A&A aligns with NOC's Sustainability and Social Responsibility Strategy by offering a lower carbon footprint due to their locality and a furniture recycling scheme. This initiative allows old or broken furniture to be dismantled into component parts and recycled, with certification provided for the carbon saved. 6. Quality and Compliance: A&A holds ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) certifications, ensuring their adherence to high-quality standards and environmental responsibility. Market Analysis: A cost comparison conducted over the past year between A&A and a nominated framework supplier, demonstrated A&A's cost competitiveness. The analysis confirms that A&A offers comparable furniture at a lower overall cost.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052760-2025 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Aug 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,232 |

## 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 | A&A BUSINESS SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39143200 - Dining-room furniture

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2025 at 11:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052760-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052760-2025
  1st September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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