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24 Jul 2026 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency involves contracting a Business Analyst Contractor for their C2P Programme. This initiative falls under the industry category of personnel supply services, specifically hiring temporary staff. The procurement method was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage has progressed to the award phase, with a contract worth £79,345.92, running from 7th July 2026 to 30th November 2026. The services are required across multiple regions, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement's main category is services, with the tender period concluding on 6th July 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly those supplying temporary personnel and offering business analysis services, to expand their operations by engaging in governmental contracts. Small and medium enterprises are especially encouraged to participate in similar tenders as they are deemed suitable. Large-scale firms like the awarded supplier, Keystream Group Limited, exemplify the capacity to successfully compete and secure such contracts. Businesses aiming to grow their portfolio by working with public sector agencies may find this an advantageous domain to explore.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Business Analyst C2P Programme

Notice Description

A Business Analyst Contractor on a 6-month contract for the C2P Programme.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c2d6d1d5-8f16-43b4-9af9-82361818c59b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecee59f0-eb30-4152-94f9-0e90b97f48f1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£79,345 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£79,345 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 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
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

KEYSTREAM GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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