AwardedAwarded 4 March 2026
Provision of Seabird Microcat CT(D)
National Oceanography Centre · Local or regional public body
In brief
National Oceanography Centre awarded laboratory equipment work to Planet Ocean Limited on 4 March 2026.
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What the notice says
This contract was for the supply of SBE37‑SMP‑ODO moored CTD instruments and associated 7000‑metre rated components required as a standalone replacement purchase. The equipment must be sourced from the manufacturer's authorised representative because it is technically compatible with NOC's existing moored instrumentation fleet and is required to operate seamlessly with current sensors, housings and deployment configurations. No alternative supplier can provide instruments with the required compatibility or performance for integration with NOC's established Sea‑Bird systems. This is a below‑threshold direct award made on the basis of essential technical standardisation and compatibility.
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Ocean Limited (SME) | $196,776 | 4 March 2026 to 3 March 2027 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Contract details notice · UK7, notice 022103-2026
About the buyer
National Oceanography CentreLast 12 months
Procurements
99Awards
91Suppliers it has used most for laboratory equipment
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From notice 022103-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 12 March 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.