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Provision of Earth Observation Services (EOS)

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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01 Apr 2025 at 06:34

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27 Mar 2024 at 09:38

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01 Jun 2023 at 16:11

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has awarded a contract for the provision of Earth Observation Services (EOS) to Kongsberg Norcontrol Limited. This contract involves the provision of satellite imagery and oil spill detection/alerting services to support His Majesty's Coastguard (HMCG). The contract, classified under environmental protection (CPV code 90720000), has a value of approximately £1,266,396.30 and will run from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. This procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The project location is in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses specialising in satellite imagery and environmental monitoring services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, although VCSEs are not specified in the suitability criteria. Companies with capabilities in high-resolution earth observation and environmental protection technologies will find this tender well-aligned with their expertise, providing a substantial contract value and the potential for future engagement with the MCA and other governmental agencies involved in marine and environmental safety services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Earth Observation Services (EOS)

Notice Description

12 Month Contract Extension for the provision of satellite imagery and oil spill detection/alerting service to support His Majestys Coastguard (HMCG).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1de19ef8-8489-426b-8a11-23e522f1db5b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab67ad04-8caa-4576-a3a4-1c2b3f818a36
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90720000 - Environmental protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,266,396 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,634,077 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KONGSBERG NORCONTROL

Further Information

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