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GSeC Subscription

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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30 May 2022 at 09:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves a single tender action initiated by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) for an annual subscription to Government Security Centres (GSeCs) services. This contract, valued at £40,800, is classified under the "IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support" category and is based in the South East of England. The tender period concluded on 3rd April 2022, and the contract is active from 4th April 2022 to 3rd April 2023, with key documents published on 30th May 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in security consulting and software development. Businesses equipped with the expertise to deliver consistent security solutions and who can demonstrate economies of scale may find their offerings well-suited to compete for this type of procurement. Engaging with this contract can enhance their visibility and credibility in the public sector market.

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Notice Title

GSeC Subscription

Notice Description

MCA participates in an annual subscription arrangement for the services of Government Security Centres (GSeCs). This was put in place to support actions MCA are required to carry out following Departmental Security Checks providing expertise that is not available in-house. The service is provided to improve security in line with functional standards by bringing greater consistency and expertise, with economies of scale across government.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-51c7e507-fa48-4184-8e02-aa8203767220
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39aaf0a2-157f-49e0-a1f1-2b747efd3083
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
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
£40,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20223 years ago
Contract Period
3 Apr 2022 - 3 Apr 2023 6-12 months
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
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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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CABINET OFFICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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