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title: "Provision of Thruster Overhaul Components for the RSS James Cook"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c20a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-07-02"
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# Provision of Thruster Overhaul Components for the RSS James Cook

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c20a

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## Summary

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority sub-central government entity based in Southampton, United Kingdom, recently completed a procurement process for the provision of thruster overhaul components for the RSS James Cook. The tender, identified by the code 2026PRNOC-1173, was specifically for the supply of Brunvoll OEM spare parts and services related to the overhaul of four thruster units on the vessel. This procurement falls under the marine equipment and repair services category and was carried out using a limited procurement method, below the threshold with limited competition. The procurement process concluded on 2nd July 2026, and the contract was awarded to UK Docks Marine Services North Limited, with the contract period starting on 23rd June 2026 and expected to end on 1st October 2026, with a potential extension of up to 30 days if operational needs arise.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine equipment supply and ship maintenance services. Companies experienced in providing OEM parts and expertise, particularly those capable of handling comprehensive overhaul and refurbishment tasks, would find this contract highly beneficial for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can furnish the labour, supervision, and OEM-trained technicians necessary for such intricate marine projects may consider positioning themselves for similar tenders in the future to expand their service offerings and bolster their presence in the maritime engineering and servicing sectors.

## Notice

This contract is for the supply of genuine Brunvoll OEM spare parts and associated specialist engineering services required to undertake the five-year overhaul of four Brunvoll thruster units installed on the RRS James Cook. The scope includes the supply and installation of OEM replacement components, including propeller blade seal kits, propeller shaft seal assemblies, oil distributor assemblies, drive shaft seal kits, bearings, liners, rotational seal components, filters, grease, gaskets and associated consumables necessary to restore the thruster units to full operational condition. The supplier shall provide all labour, supervision, mobilisation, demobilisation, travel and OEM-trained technicians required to undertake inspection, overhaul, refurbishment, installation and commissioning activities during the vessel refit period. The works include inspection of underwater components, renewal of worn parts and seals, testing and completion of all servicing activities necessary to return the four thruster units to full operational service and ensure the continued operational capability of the RRS James Cook.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062098-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 22 Jun 2026 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £170,852 |

## 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 | UK DOCKS MARINE SERVICES NORTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

## Release History

- 2 Jul 2026 at 09:21 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062098-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062098-2026
  2nd July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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