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title: "Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b4b2"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-06-15"
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# Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b4b2

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Replacement of flooring at NOC Canteen & Level 4 Communal Areas" was conducted by the National Oceanography Centre, a public authority in Southampton, United Kingdom. The tender, identified by the code 2026PRNOC-1101, involved the supply and installation of new flooring, including luxury vinyl tile and carpet tiles, in designated areas of their facility. This process was classified under "Floor laying and covering work" and utilised a limited competition approach, being below the threshold. The process has reached the completion stage, with the award and contract signed with the supplier, KEITH FORFAR LIMITED, on 12th June 2026. The project was scheduled to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude by 31st August 2026.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses engaged in flooring installation and related construction services. It is particularly beneficial for SMEs like KEITH FORFAR LIMITED, exemplified by its successful award. Companies with expertise in luxury vinyl tile installation, efficient project management in operational settings, and the capacity to undertake work with minimal disruption would find such procurement opportunities advantageous for growth. The need for associated preparatory works, such as latex application and precision in transition features, further highlights the demand for specialised skills and knowledge in this industry sector.

## Notice

The contract comprises the supply and installation of flooring works across designated areas within the National Oceanography Centre, including: - Removal and disposal of existing flooring - Installation of luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring and carpet tiles - Associated preparatory works (including latex application where required) - Installation of transition features (e.g. dim strips) - Works carried out in operational areas, including potential weekend working Scope includes: - Canteen flooring works (pathways and eating areas) - Level 4 carpet tile replacement across multiple nodes and plate areas

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056046-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £54,599 |

## 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 | KEITH FORFAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45432100 - Floor laying and covering work

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 09:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056046-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056046-2026
  15th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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