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Specialist Technical Support for Aerial Surveillance Procurement

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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13 Apr 2026 at 14:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) titled "Specialist Technical Support for Aerial Surveillance Procurement" falls within the technical services industry category. This procurement pertains to delivering support for the MCA's future aviation surveillance service across multiple regions, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from the Government Commercial Agency Management Consultancy Four Framework (MCF4 RM6309), with the contract awarded to FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY LIMITED. The procurement process has completed the award stage, with the contract commencing on 6th April 2026 and concluding on 5th April 2030, and it has a total value of £2,000,000.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses involved in technical and consultancy services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer technical advisory capabilities. Businesses with expertise in supporting surveillance and aviation projects, particularly those familiar with government framework agreements, will find this tender advantageous to participate in. The awarded contract provides scope for significant business growth over a four-year period, supporting HM Coastguard's broader aviation programme based on business needs and funding availability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Specialist Technical Support for Aerial Surveillance Procurement

Notice Description

HM Coastguard (HMCG) has secured the service an Independent Technical Adviser to assist in the delivery of it's future Aviation Surveillance procurement. This was a mini competition using the Government Commercial Agency Management Consultancy Four Framework (MCF4 RM6309). The Supplier will be required to provide timely, effective support and guidance to the MCA, based on a range of key activities broken down into work packages on a Call Off basis to support the future Aerial Surveillance service procurement. In addition, the Supplier will also be used to support HMCG wider Aviation programme subject to ongoing business need and funding.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d57da1a8-ebec-467b-8172-0a7dec5a9f98
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£151,775 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2030 4-5 years
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
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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

FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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