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title: "Provision of Sediment Trap Replacement Parts"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067196"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-03-23"
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# Provision of Sediment Trap Replacement Parts

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067196

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, UK, involves the direct purchase of sediment trap replacement parts from McLane Research Laboratories Inc., based in the US. This tender is categorised under surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments and appliances and falls under the industry of goods. The procurement method is direct, conducted below threshold and without competition, reflecting a completed status within the award stage of the process. Key dates include the contract being signed on 17 March 2026, with a delivery period extending until 16 March 2027. The procurement is motivated by the need to refurbish existing units in support of upcoming MFP expeditions, requiring specific components uniquely produced and patented by McLane Research Laboratories Inc.

This procurement opportunity presents minimal business growth possibilities for smaller enterprises or new entrants due to the exclusivity of the production rights held by McLane Research Laboratories Inc. However, businesses involved in manufacturing niche oceanographic equipment and components, particularly those engaged in direct collaborations with OEMs, may find insights into how intellectual property can position them uniquely in public procurement markets. Understanding procurement processes that favour direct and below-threshold methods may aid similar manufacturers in tapping into such exclusive opportunities, although broader competition is limited in this specific contract.

## Notice

The requirement is for a set of spare and replacement parts for McLane sediment traps, including components such as electronics and motor assemblies, which are essential to refurbish existing units and return them to operational condition in support of upcoming MFP expeditions. These parts must be supplied exclusively by McLane Research Laboratories Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer, as they hold the sole intellectual property and exclusive production rights for the required components, meaning no alternative suppliers exist.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026337-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2026 - 16 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £46,797 |

## 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 | MCLANE RESEARCH LABORATORIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2026 at 14:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026337-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026337-2026
  23rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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