---
title: "Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE"
published: "2026-07-29"
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# Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e8

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## Summary

The National Oceanography Centre, located in Southampton, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process under the title "Provision of Steering Gear Parts for the RSS James Cook." This tender was categorised under the industry classification of marine equipment. The contract is for supplying replacement parts and components, such as rudder actuators and valve systems, to overhaul and maintain the RSS James Cook's steering gear. The procurement was conducted directly without competition due to being below threshold requirements. Key dates include the contract period from 29 June 2026 to 28 June 2027, with the award announced on 29 July 2026. The primary location for delivery is in the UKK30 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the marine equipment manufacturing sector, especially those capable of providing specialised marine components. Companies like large-scale suppliers with the ability to source or manufacture complex systems for maritime applications would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Although the award was given to Neuver Maritime AS, based in Norway, future opportunities may arise for businesses that specialise in marine technology, maintenance, and equipment supply to engage with the National Oceanography Centre on other maritime projects or procurement needs.

## Notice

RSS James Cook's rudder steering gear requires an overhaul using specialist parts. The contract is for the provision of replacement parts and associated components. The RSS James Cook specifically needs the components: rudder actuator, pump, valve systems (which includes filters, hoses, gear pump components, frequency converters). The contract includes the provision of onboard spare components for the RSS James Cook. The parts and components are for the purpose of maintaining the motor controllers, remove control cabinets feedback systems and general spare parts. These components will support the overhaul and the future repairs and maintenance while the vessel is in service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071485-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £85,545 |

## 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 | NEUVER MARITIME |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 07:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071485-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071485-2026
  29th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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