Award

SOSREP in relation to salvage incident involving MV Ruby

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

This public procurement record has 1 release in its history.

Award

19 Sep 2025 at 10:22

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process initiated by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency concerns the provision of technical services for a salvage incident involving MV Ruby. The procurement pertains specifically to technical assistance in analysing data and reviewing vessel risk assessments, classified under the CPV code 71356000. This tender, which has progressed to the award stage as of 19th September 2025, involves operations spanning multiple locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international regions. The procurement was pursued through a limited method with a competitive quotation approach, concluding with the contract period from 4th February 2025 to 11th February 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in technical services, particularly those adept in maritime consultancy. TMC (Marine Consultants) Limited, a large-scale enterprise, has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for experienced firms in the sector. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will find opportunities for growth provided they align with the industry category and fulfill the necessary technical competencies. The process, facilitated through a competitive quotation, suggests the viability for companies prepared to offer competitive pricing and specialised expertise within the threshold confines.

Find more tenders on our Open Data Platform.
How relevant is this notice?

D3 Tenders Premium

Win More Public Sector Contracts

AI-powered tender discovery, pipeline management, and market intelligence — everything you need to grow your public sector business.

Notice Title

SOSREP in relation to salvage incident involving MV Ruby

Notice Description

Technical assistance provided to SOSREP in relation to salvage incident involving MV Ruby. This assistance included analysing technical data, reviewing vessel risk assessments and partaking in meetings.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-41e52d27-d8f5-4681-b208-02dbd9fc24f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4d4754-6465-4c41-b9ff-cda3cbdffdf0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,211 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,211 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2025 - 11 Feb 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

TMC (MARINE CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

Download

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

{
    "tag": [
        "compiled"
    ],
    "id": "ocds-b5fd17-41e52d27-d8f5-4681-b208-02dbd9fc24f4-2025-09-19T11:22:22+01:00",
    "date": "2025-09-19T11:22:22+01:00",
    "ocid": "ocds-b5fd17-41e52d27-d8f5-4681-b208-02dbd9fc24f4",
    "language": "en",
    "initiationType": "tender",
    "tender": {
        "id": "tender_506630/1517189",
        "title": "SOSREP in relation to salvage incident involving MV Ruby",
        "description": "Technical assistance provided to SOSREP in relation to salvage incident involving MV Ruby. This assistance included analysing technical data, reviewing vessel risk assessments and partaking in meetings.",
        "status": "complete",
        "classification": {
            "scheme": "CPV",
            "id": "71356000",
            "description": "Technical services"
        },
        "items": [
            {
                "id": "1",
                "deliveryAddresses": [
                    {
                        "countryName": "British Oversea Territories"
                    },
                    {
                        "countryName": "Channel Islands"
                    },
                    {
                        "countryName": "Europe"
                    },
                    {
                        "countryName": "Isle of Man"
                    },
                    {
                        "countryName": "Rest of the World"
                    },
                    {
                        "countryName": "United Kingdom"
                    }
                ]
            }
        ],
        "value": {
            "amount": 9211.6,
            "currency": "GBP"
        },
        "procurementMethod": "limited",
        "procurementMethodDetails": "Competitive quotation (below threshold)",
        "tenderPeriod": {
            "endDate": "2025-02-03T11:00:00Z"
        },
        "contractPeriod": {
            "startDate": "2025-02-04T00:00:00Z",
            "endDate": "2025-02-11T23:59:59Z"
        },
        "suitability": {
            "sme": true,
            "vcse": false
        },
        "mainProcurementCategory": "services"
    },
    "parties": [
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-310883",
            "name": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "105 Commercial Road, Spring Place",
                "locality": "Southampton",
                "postalCode": "SO15 1EG",
                "countryName": "England"
            },
            "contactPoint": {
                "name": "Contracts",
                "email": "contracts@mcga.gov.uk"
            },
            "roles": [
                "buyer"
            ]
        },
        {
            "id": "GB-CFS-325000",
            "name": "TMC (Marine Consultants) Limited",
            "identifier": {
                "legalName": "TMC (Marine Consultants) Limited"
            },
            "address": {
                "streetAddress": "125 Old Broad Street, London, EC2N 1AR"
            },
            "details": {
                "scale": "large",
                "vcse": false
            },
            "roles": [
                "supplier"
            ]
        }
    ],
    "buyer": {
        "id": "GB-CFS-310883",
        "name": "MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency"
    },
    "awards": [
        {
            "id": "ocds-b5fd17-41e52d27-d8f5-4681-b208-02dbd9fc24f4-1",
            "status": "active",
            "date": "2025-02-03T00:00:00Z",
            "datePublished": "2025-09-19T11:22:22+01:00",
            "value": {
                "amount": 9211.6,
                "currency": "GBP"
            },
            "suppliers": [
                {
                    "id": "GB-CFS-325000",
                    "name": "TMC (Marine Consultants) Limited"
                }
            ],
            "contractPeriod": {
                "startDate": "2025-02-04T00:00:00Z",
                "endDate": "2025-02-11T23:59:59Z"
            },
            "documents": [
                {
                    "id": "1",
                    "documentType": "awardNotice",
                    "description": "Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder",
                    "url": "https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe4d4754-6465-4c41-b9ff-cda3cbdffdf0",
                    "datePublished": "2025-09-19T11:22:22+01:00",
                    "format": "text/html",
                    "language": "en"
                }
            ]
        }
    ]
}