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Award

06 Jul 2026 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), located in Southampton, England, has recently completed a procurement process for fifty standard-issue laptops to support its business operations and staff onboarding. Classified under the 'Electronic supplies' industry, this initiative was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £84,540, was awarded to INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, a large-scale supplier located in Sheffield. The contract award was published on 6th July 2026, following an active award status on 29th June 2026. The contract period extends from 30th June to 29th July 2026, with delivery applicable to various regions including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This procurement opportunity highlights growth potential for businesses specialising in electronic supplies, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-volume orders under strict timelines. Although the contract in question was executed through a selective method from a framework agreement, indicating pre-existing supplier relationships, it underscores the importance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in framework agreements to enhance competitiveness in future tenders. The MCA's requirements point towards a steady demand for reliable computing equipment to ensure smooth operational continuity, offering a consistent stream of opportunities for suppliers in the technology sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Procurement of Fifty Standard-issue Laptop to Support Business Operations

Notice Description

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) requires the urgent procurement of fifty (50) standard-issue laptop devices to support business-as-usual operations and onboarding of new staff.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a80d6a1-d293-43c7-a4f7-2345b7ab40a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ff41b4b-c183-4f5d-b6a0-adda6e7ba17a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31711000 - Electronic supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,540 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,540 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jul 2026 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

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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