Planning

Early Market Engagement and Request for information - Antenna to Operator

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Planning

18 Feb 2025 at 09:39

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is conducting an Early Market Engagement and Request for Information (RFI) to address the challenges faced by its ageing radio infrastructure set across various Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres and the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre. This engagement covers the replacement and modernisation of the radio equipment, transitioning from an analogue to a holistic digital service. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the engagement period ending on 20 March 2025. Key components include VHF and MF transceivers, Radio Media Gateways, Power Distribution Units, Uninterrupted Power Supplies, Network Routers, cabling, and third-party installation services. The industry category for this procurement is radio equipment, specific to the South West region of the United Kingdom, with reference code CPV 32344210.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in radio equipment, digital communications infrastructure, and related installation services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. Businesses that can offer innovative solutions for modernising radio communications will find this an appealing opportunity. By engaging in this RFI via the Jaggaer portal, companies have the chance to influence future tender requirements, positioning themselves as key partners in the MCA’s efforts to enhance their communication systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Early Market Engagement and Request for information - Antenna to Operator

Notice Description

This Early Market Engagement is to inform potential tenderers that the MCA is under taking a Request for Information (RFI) The current Agency radio estate is facing challenges as several components are approaching End of Life (EOL). This situation poses a risk of radio site failure due to the unavailability of replacements and spares. These elements need to be replaced and are currently based on an analogue architecture. We propose not only to upgrade this infrastructure, but also modernise this and consolidate into a holistic, and possibly software defined and digital enabled service, which encompasses all radio equipment from the antenna through to the operator's terminal across each of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres and the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre. Elements within scope of this business case include: - VHF and MF transceivers, - Radio Media Gateways, - Power Distribution Units, - Uninterrupted Power Supplies, - Network Routers, - Cabling and other consumables, and - Third-party installation services. This RFI will help us to refine what is available within the market and assist with the development of our future tender requirements. Additional information: This market engagement is being undertaken via the DfT's e-sourcing portal, Jaggaer. Suppliers must register on Jaggaer, log-in and navigate to PQQ_544 in order to respond to this market consultation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c3ae9de-5436-4b23-96b3-8d73216948ea
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32344210 - Radio equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO15 1EG
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

Notice Documents

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