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title: "Provision of Acoustic Current Doppler Profilers at 300kHz"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e9"
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published: "2026-07-29"
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# Provision of Acoustic Current Doppler Profilers at 300kHz

Buyer: NATIONAL OCEANOGRAPHY CENTRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d5e9

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## Summary

The National Oceanography Centre, a public authority part of the sub-central government in Southampton, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Provision of Acoustic Current Doppler Profilers at 300kHz." This procurement falls under the industry category of surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic, and hydrological instruments. The contract was awarded to Saderet Limited, based in the Isle of Man, following a limited competition procurement method that was below the threshold for greater competition. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 8th July 2026, with an operational period extending to 31st October 2026, with a possible extension of up to 30 days. The equipment, designed for deep-water mooring research, will significantly support ocean current measurement efforts in UK regions.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the scientific and oceanographic equipment industry. Companies specialising in high-precision instruments and those capable of providing extended warranties and after-sales support would find such contracts ideal. The emphasis on long-term deployment capabilities and advanced data logging features aligns well with firms offering innovative, robust technology solutions. By engaging in similar opportunities, businesses can enhance their market reputation, broaden their client base, and establish themselves as key suppliers to governmental scientific research organisations.

## Notice

The contract is for the procurement of a medium-frequency 300 kHz Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP), capable of fulfilling the requirement of long-term deep-water mooring research. The ADCP purchased is designed to measure ocean currents in open-ocean conditions and can measure currents over a range of approximately 154 meters when configured in long-range mode. Additionally, the ADCP is capable of self-logging data using its internal memory, enabling it to record measurements independently during deployment without requiring a continuous external connection. The ADCP is rated for operation of up to 6000 metres. It is fitted with built-in sensors for temperature, tilt, compass heading and pressure, allowing it to collect both current measurement data and supporting environmental or positional information. To support NOC's use of the ADCP, the supplier has provided warranty extensions, bringing the total warranty period to four years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071486-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £31,698 |

## 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 | SADERET |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 07:20 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071486-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071486-2026
  29th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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