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title: "Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06772a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-03-28"
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# Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06772a

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## Summary

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority under the sub-central government category, has completed the procurement process for the provision of a Triton LN20 liquid nitrogen generator. This contract, titled "Provision of a Liquid Nitrogen Generator," falls within the goods category and supports their scientific and engineering operations across various NOC vessels. Located in Southampton, UK, the procurement utilised a direct method below the threshold without competition, with the entire process culminating in the award and contract signing on 1st March 2026. The contract period extends from 1st March 2026 to 28th February 2027, with a gross value of £52,110.

This procurement creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment, particularly those capable of supplying specialised machinery like liquid nitrogen generators. Although completed, similar opportunities may arise for businesses involved in the provision of compatible or related equipment, building standardisation and continuity with existing systems. Companies similar to Peak Scientific Instruments Limited, which has successfully engaged in this procurement, may find additional prospects in upcoming tenders from the National Oceanography Centre or similar public sector organisations.

## Notice

The National Oceanography Centre has awarded a contract for the provision and supply of a Triton LN20 liquid nitrogen generator. The equipment will be used to support scientific and engineering operations across NOC vessels. This is a repeat purchase of equipment already in service, ensuring continuity, standardisation, and compatibility with existing systems, maintenance arrangements, and operational procedures.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028790-2026 |
| 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 | 28 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,425 |

## 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 | PEAK SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42511200 - Machinery for liquefying air or other gases

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2026 at 08:27 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028790-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028790-2026
  28th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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