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Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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24 Apr 2025 at 15:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard" was initiated by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency, located in Southampton, England. This tender falls under the IT services industry category and involves the deployment of broadband and Wi-Fi services across various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The tender was completed using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement under Network Services 3, lot 1a. The contract, valued at £579,287, spans from 22 March 2025 to 21 March 2027, with the award being made to British Telecommunications Public Limited Company on 21 March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies operating within the IT services sector, especially those experienced in infrastructure deployment and support for critical communication networks. It is a noteworthy opportunity for large enterprises capable of servicing diverse geographic locations and dealing with high-value contracts. The deployment of Coastal WiFi is critical for the efficient operation of Coastguard rescue operations, implying that businesses capable of offering robust and reliable connectivity solutions will find this project aligned with their growth strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard

Notice Description

There is an ongoing requirement for broadband & Wi-Fi at HMCG CRS (COB and CRE) sites to support Coastal Operations staff and volunteer Coast Rescue Teams. This will provide critical data services and support the withdrawal of the analogue PSTN network. This is a direct award under Network Services 3, lot 1a.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-23ebd533-535e-4af2-a215-d6cb7d3936e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8285a826-6aa2-4964-b243-82e2e4e2a2ff
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£579,287 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£579,287 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
22 Mar 2025 - 21 Mar 2027 1-2 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts@mcga.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC

Further Information

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