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Supply of Argo Conquests

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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27 Jul 2026 at 08:54

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) involves the supply of five specialist Argo Conquest Support Vehicles for use in Coastguard Resources and Counter Pollution and Salvage teams. This procurement, categorised under the industry of "Specialist vehicles" (CPV: 34114000), takes place across several locations, including British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage, with a completion status. The procurement method utilised was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key timeline details include the tender period ending on 3rd July 2026 and the contract period spanning from 10th July 2026 to 6th February 2027. The total contract value is £225,118.90.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in fleet management or vehicle supply. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were considered suitable for this procurement, indicating a favourable preference for diverse business participation. The awarded contract to GMP DRIVERCARE LIMITED showcases an opportunity for businesses to engage in high-value contracts under government frameworks, promoting growth through collaboration with public sector entities. Such contracts can be particularly attractive for businesses with capabilities in providing specialist vehicles and fleet management services, facilitating their expansion into new markets and regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Argo Conquests

Notice Description

Supply of five specialist Argo Conquest Support Vehicles for HMCG Coastguard Resouces and Counter Pollution and Salvage teams. These vehicles were procured using Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Lot 3: Independent fleet management services from the Vehicle Lease, Fleet Management and Salary Sacrifice Car Schemes framework agreement (RM6268).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/097072b5-e26d-426b-9511-5236e610bf43
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,118 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£225,118 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 6 Feb 2027 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

GMP DRIVERCARE

Further Information

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