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title: "BAS - Aandera Seaguard Instrumentation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065494"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
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# BAS - Aandera Seaguard Instrumentation

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065494

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has recently completed the procurement process for the supply of Aandera Seaguard Instrumentation to the British Antarctic Survey. The contract was awarded to Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd, an SME based in Nottingham. Classified under the industry category of surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments and appliances, this procurement was carried out through a direct method below threshold without competition, reinforcing its categorisation as a public authority central government endeavour. The contract commenced on 16th February 2026 with a completion date of 30th March 2026, focusing on the delivery within the region of the United Kingdom, specifically UKH12.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in marine instrumentation and associated technologies, particularly for those positioned to support research initiatives. Companies with expertise in oceanographic instruments and a capability to deliver specialised equipment for government projects will find themselves well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. Engaging in such projects might also lead to recognition within the sector, potentially opening doors to broader government contracts within environmental and research instrumentation domains.

## Notice

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the supply of Aandera Seaguard Instrumentation to the British Antarctic Survey.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013717-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £33,080 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | XYLEM WATER SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2026 at 10:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013717-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013717-2026
  16th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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