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CRS Extranet Support 2025-2026

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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19 Mar 2025 at 09:28

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18 Apr 2023 at 15:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has awarded a contract for the "CRS Extranet Support 2025-2026" to Geoxphere Ltd, focusing on IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This contract involves providing support and maintenance for the CRSOnline system, which is an information portal for the Coastal Rescue Service Volunteers. This project will ensure the system is up-to-date with monthly maintenance updates and 24/7 site monitoring. The selective procurement was carried out as a call-off from a framework agreement, with the contract period starting on 1st April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. The project is valued at GBP 12,000, and the delivery addresses include the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Key dates include the award date of 31st March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the IT sector, particularly those specialising in system support and maintenance. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to compete. The contract is suited for companies that can offer comprehensive IT support services, including routine maintenance and round-the-clock monitoring. Businesses capable of sustaining continuous support and quick updates will find this contract beneficial for growth, enabling them to establish a steady income stream and build robust relationships within governmental frameworks. The MCA's commitment to ongoing digital support and maintenance highlights a continuing demand for expertise in IT services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CRS Extranet Support 2025-2026

Notice Description

The CRS online system is a tool used by HMCG to provide an information portal for the Volunteers of the Coastal Rescue Service. Support & Maintenance is required to keep this running and up to date. This project is to provide Support & Maintenance for the CRSOnline system including monthly maintenance updates and monitoring of the site 24/7

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a1647cf6-295b-42b5-b32f-c91d1ed6cc62
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9235689-0725-4dc8-9d38-b5c4d30c89ed
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

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
£12,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Mar 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
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

GEOXPHERE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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