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ACE Extension

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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18 Aug 2021 at 10:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency is conducting a procurement for the tender titled "ACE Extension," which focuses on IT services, particularly software development and consulting. Located in Southampton, England, this tender is currently at the award stage. The contract was awarded on 28th July 2020, with a value of £160,000, and the contract period extends until 28th February 2021. This was a single tender action process since it is below threshold, emphasising streamlined procurement for urgent needs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on software development, consulting, and innovative technology solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement highlights innovation in developing tools for the SAR2G service providers. Companies that can provide tailored, efficient solutions for emergency services and aviation partnerships should find a conducive environment to expand their business horizons through this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ACE Extension

Notice Description

3D modelling successfully delivered the data model to provide detailed insights into MCA SAR-H activities and Emergency Service aviation partners. In addition to the scope of the commission, a proof of concept model was delivered highlighting an opportunity to develop an innovative tool to aide potential UKSAR2G service providers to tailor their bids. Phase 1 was successfully delivered in early Mar '20 having provided significant insight that reinforces the SAR2G strategy. Phase 2 remains within the purview of the MoU between the Home Office & MCA and will deliver an intuitive model which enables both the MCA and potential bidders to develop and assess opportunities for the development of an innovative SAR2G operating model.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a2b7c846-6fba-412a-bd1a-6b1fb6b0fb53
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/899d8d34-21cc-490d-9fdd-8978a39cd283
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 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
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts@mcga.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+0000

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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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