---
title: "Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06595b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-02-20"
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# Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06595b

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Provision of Pressure Vessels for AESA" has been completed by the National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry category of surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments and appliances. The procurement was carried out using a direct method below threshold, without competition due to compatibility requirements. This award stage was finalised on 20th February 2026, with a contract period extending until 19th February 2027. The contract entails the supply of eight titanium pressure vessels that match the NOC's existing units to ensure seamless integration and operational continuity.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of oceanographic equipment, particularly those with expertise in producing compatible pressure vessels. The supplier, K.U.M. Umwelt- und Meerestechnik Kiel GmbH, a large-scale enterprise based in Germany, has been selected to fulfill this contract, highlighting that firms with a significant presence and technical proficiency in the field are well-positioned to secure similar contracts. Businesses that can offer high-quality, interchangeable products with established designs have the potential to grow by supporting ongoing projects and providing vital components to major institutions such as the National Oceanography Centre.

## Notice

The requirement is to purchase eight titanium pressure vessels that match the NOC's existing units, ensuring full compatibility with current equipment and supporting ongoing project needs. The vessels must be supplied to the same established design so they can be used interchangeably across the existing system, allowing continuity of operations and avoiding delays or additional engineering effort.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015717-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 19 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,200 |

## 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 | K.U.M. UMWELT- UND MEERESTECHNIK KIEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 14:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015717-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015717-2026
  20th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://kum-kiel.de/en/home/
- https://noc.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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