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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), based in Southampton, England, has completed a procurement process for the provision of IBM DOORS software, as part of their aviation requirements. The tender falls under the industry category of "Software package and information systems" with CPV code 48000000. The procurement was carried out using the Government Commercial Agency's G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement, indicating a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage is currently active, with "COMPUTACENTER (UK) LTD" as the supplier for the contract valued at £46,891.55. This contract will commence on 22nd July 2026 and end on 21st July 2029 and includes delivery across various regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other territories globally.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in software packages and information systems. The procurement's large-scale nature and broad geographical reach suggest it is particularly suited for enterprises capable of delivering extensive software solutions across multiple regions. With the focus on traceability from user specifications to service acceptance, businesses with expertise in providing auditable systems are well-positioned to compete in similar opportunities. The suitability criteria also highlight the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in these processes, fostering diverse business growth potential.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of DOORS Software

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award notice concerning the IBM DOORS system which provides a single auditable system for acceptance of all HMCG Aviation requirements. Requirements are traceable from user specifications through to acceptance of the service. The procurement was undertaken using Government Commercial Agency (GCA) G-Cloud 14 Framework Agreement (RM1557.14).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-71d9f8d5-7a5d-498d-9cb9-d2a58ef449c2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90353a45-8e6c-487f-9120-af572658bd8a
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,891 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2026 - 21 Jul 2029 3-4 years
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

COMPUTACENTER (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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