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Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch

MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY

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11 Jul 2018 at 10:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency is seeking a reliable courier service for its Seafarers Training and Certification Branch, with the title "Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch." This procurement process falls under the services industry category and involves a contract valued at £323,000. The procurement method utilised is a single tender action below the threshold, and the key dates include the tender end date of 13th May 2018 and the contract start date of 14th May 2018, which will run until 13th May 2019. The service is required to operate in various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and international destinations, reflecting the need for secure and trackable delivery of sensitive documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in courier services, particularly those with international capabilities and expertise in secure document handling. Companies with proven track records in logistics and time-sensitive deliveries would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, leveraging their skills to meet the industry's demands for high-standard courier services. By successfully engaging with the Maritime & Coastguard Agency, businesses can expand their portfolio and enhance their client base in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch

Notice Description

The Seafarers Training and Certification branch requires high standard courier services to ensure the issued certification and other original documents are delivered to the customers securely and in a timely manner. It is essential that the courier operates domestically and internationally as around 55% of our issued certificates are being delivered to overseas destinations. The secure and trackable delivery is vital due to the high importance and sensitivity of the contents which are being sent.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/063d7330-be33-4b6b-9d40-440e0bd48927
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£323,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£323,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20187 years ago
Contract Period
13 May 2018 - 13 May 2019 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
MARITIME & 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CORPORATE EXPRESS COURIERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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