---
title: "Provision of a Contract for Core Scanning Equipment Servicing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0649be"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-02-06"
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# Provision of a Contract for Core Scanning Equipment Servicing

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0649be

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of a Contract for Core Scanning Equipment Servicing" has been completed by the National Oceanography Centre, a public authority under the sub-central government category. Located in Southampton, United Kingdom, the organisation sought servicing for its Itrax Core Scanner, crucial to their BOSCORF facility. The procurement was executed through a direct method without competition, as the services could only be provided by Cox Analytical Systems, the original equipment manufacturer. The contract commenced on 29th January 2026 and is scheduled to end on 23rd November 2028, with options for additional onsite support at adjusted prices. The contract was awarded under the maintenance service category and has a gross value of £35,580.

This contract represents an opportunity for businesses in maintenance and repair services, particularly those specialising in electrical machinery and apparatus. Although the opportunity has been awarded, businesses in this sector can consider similar tenders, especially those offering unique or essential services to specialist equipment. Companies similar to Cox Analytical Systems that can provide niche solutions would be well-positioned to engage in and secure future contracts, potentially fostering growth through such specialised service offerings.

## Notice

A contract for the servicing of our Itrax Core Scanner, a key piece of equipment in our BOSCORF facility. The contract supplier is the OEM of the equipment and therefore the only viable provider of the required services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010809-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Jan 2026 - 23 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £29,650 |

## 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 | COX ANALYTICAL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50532000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical machinery, apparatus and associated equipment

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2026 at 10:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010809-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010809-2026
  6th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://noc.ac.uk/
- https://www.coxsys.se/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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