Scope
Reference
NOCP00615
Description
The NOC requires the supply of ten (10) complete antenna sets for use on Autosub Long Range (ALR) autonomous underwater vehicles. Each set must include combined Wi-Fi and Iridium communications antennas. The antennas must be commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS), depth-rated and pressure-validated to 6,000 metres, and compatible with existing DGO connectors. All units must be supplied complete and ready to install. Delivery is required within 12-14 weeks from order.
Contract 1. Provision of Wifi & Iridium Antennas
Supplier
Contract value
- £63,240 excluding VAT
- £75,888 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
22 September 2025
Contract dates
- 22 September 2025 to 31 December 2026
- 1 year, 3 months, 9 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 34930000 - Marine equipment
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - limited competition
Supplier
Trident Sensors Limited
1 Forest Cottages, Fisher Lane, Chiddingfold, Godalming,
Surrey
GU8 4TF
United Kingdom
Email: info@tridentsensors.com
Region: UKJ25 - West Surrey
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Provision of Wifi & Iridium Antennas
Contracting authority
National Oceanography Centre
- Companies House: 11444362
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 1185265
- Scottish Charity Register: SC049896
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYLV-3456-PMCQ
National Oceanography Centre
Southampton
SO14 3ZH
United Kingdom
Email: noc_tenders@noc.ac.uk
Website: https://noc.ac.uk/
Region: UKJ32 - Southampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government