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Review of Effectiveness of Funding System for UK Seafarer Training

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

25 Sep 2025 at 10:21

AwardUpdate

14 Jul 2025 at 15:33

Award

11 Apr 2025 at 13:40

Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 17:16

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process undertaken by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency involves a completed tender for the "Review of Effectiveness of Funding System for UK Seafarer Training". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on marine research services and research consultancy services. The open procedure method, applicable for opportunities above the threshold, was employed. The contract covers various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage has progressed beyond award, with the contract having commenced on 14th April 2025 and extending to 14th October 2025. The tender period concluded on 24th March 2025, and the total value of the contract awarded to FRAZER-NASH CONSULTANCY LIMITED was £292,408.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in maritime training efficacy studies and consultancy services. Companies with expertise in marine research and advisory services are well-suited to engage with such projects. With a substantial budget allocated and an open procurement method, the tender encourages participation from SMEs and VCSEs, enhancing competitiveness and allowing for a diverse range of businesses to contribute their insights and capabilities. The nature of this tender provides a platform for businesses aiming to expand their footprint in the governmental marine services sector.

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Notice Title

Review of Effectiveness of Funding System for UK Seafarer Training

Notice Description

The requirement is for an independent company to conduct a review of the effectiveness of the funding allocated for maritime training. The MCA will require a comprehensive report detailing the findings and providing recommendations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9957d7dc-395d-49a0-8d32-b837d1842f1b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7e6c131-55fa-4891-8912-81733e1854ef
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, 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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73112000 - Marine research services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£292,408 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£292,408 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2025 - 14 Oct 2025 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
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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