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Annual Renewal of PurpleTRAC

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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22 Sep 2021 at 09:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has recently completed a procurement process for the annual renewal of the PurpleTRAC web platform, essential for enhancing governance and vessel oversight within the UK shipping sector. This tender was classified under subscription services and has a contract value of £15,879. The procurement was executed through a single tender action, which was initiated before May 19, 2021, and the resulting contract commenced on May 20, 2021, running until May 19, 2022. The primary location for the service is the South East of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in digital platform services and subscription models. Companies with expertise in developing governance tools, vessel tracking solutions, or providing subscription-based software are particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Additionally, those with a strong understanding of the maritime industry and compliance requirements would find this procurement process relevant to their growth strategy.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Annual Renewal of PurpleTRAC

Notice Description

Renewalof an annual subscription to the web platform PurpleTRAC, provided by Polestar.ThePurpleTRACplatform providesa vital form of governance to support the UKSRs positioning as the best performing international flag and the wider strategic aim of becoming the flag of choice for owners/managers seeking support to operate ethical and responsible vessels.It deliversreal time enhanced visibility ofvesseltrading and operating routesfor the whole UK fleet, together with details of current ownership structures includingbeneficial ownershipand information relating to any company sanctions imposed internationally.Thissupports the extensive marketing activity planned by UKSR.Greater understanding of the relationships between owners and countries of residence etc enablesUKSR to maximise the benefits of its offer to both new and existing customers.Performance against many of the recognised MOUs, including Tokyo, is also provided by the platform. A full screening report can be obtained within 30 seconds at any time for any international vessel with an official IMO number.The platform allows for one administrator log in with the necessary functionality to set risk parameters to reflect the requirements of the MCA. Should a vessel exceed any of the parameters set then a warning notification will be flagged by the system. All read only access log-ins aremanaged by UKSR.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d2ddaf71-dd76-48b8-a9cb-31743a7537cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64dba41c-8204-485c-b565-c5b252a08898
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

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

CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,879 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,879 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 May 2021 - 19 May 2022 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
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Banister & Polygon
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POLE STAR SPACE APPLICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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