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Aerial Dispersant Spray (ADS) Service

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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13 Jul 2026 at 08:51

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), based in Southampton, England, has completed the awarding stage for its tender titled "Aerial Dispersant Spray (ADS) Service," in the category of aerial spraying services (CPV: 60441000). This service forms a crucial part of the UK's marine pollution response strategy. The procurement process, executed as an open procedure above the threshold, culminated in an award to RVL AVIATION LIMITED, valued at £64,424,694.70. The contract for this national capability to manage oil pollution incidents spans from 26th June 2026 to 25th July 2036, covering not only the United Kingdom but also British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, and other global locations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the aviation services sector, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in aircraft operation and maintenance. As the contract entails responsibilities such as deployment and management of aerial spray systems in response to marine oil spills, businesses specialising in technical and logistical aspects of aerial services might find substantial growth prospects. The project supports the UK's environmental protection efforts and offers prospective suppliers an extended engagement until 2036, enabling long-term partnerships and revenue streams in public sector contracting.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Aerial Dispersant Spray (ADS) Service

Notice Description

The provision of an Aerial Dispersant Spray (ADS) Service on behalf of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), providing a national capability to deliver aerial dispersant application in support of the UK's marine pollution response arrangements. The service includes the operation, maintenance and deployment of aircraft and associated spray systems capable of responding to oil pollution incidents within UK waters.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-81084fb3-021b-4699-aa07-a5c03eab61e0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b53c2df-a618-44b1-9ec7-ff0849d40107
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60441000 - Aerial spraying services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,424,694 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,424,694 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
25 Jun 2026 - 25 Jul 2036 Over 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
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

RVL AVIATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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