Tender

Drone Demonstration and Development Project

MATITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

12 Aug 2019 at 11:29

TenderAmendment

29 Jul 2019 at 12:56

Tender

08 Jul 2019 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) is currently engaged in the tender process for the "Drone Demonstration and Development Project" aimed at enhancing aerial surveillance capabilities using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). This open procurement, classified under the services category, reflects an active stage due to an amended deadline for submissions, which is now set for 19 August 2019 at 12:00. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 September 2019 and will run until 1 January 2021, with deliverables expected across various regions including the United Kingdom and other territories.

This tender offers significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in drone technology and aerial surveillance systems. By participating in this project, businesses can contribute to innovative solutions that improve the efficiency and safety of MCA operations, thereby positioning themselves as leaders in the emerging UAV market. Companies with expertise in UAV development, operational enhancements, and safety improvements related to maritime activities would find this tender particularly relevant.

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Notice Title

Drone Demonstration and Development Project

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: I.3 Instead of: Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically via https://www.gov.uk/contracts-finder Read: Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically via https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884f0f85-8a05-487a-a4c9-ab9336abb6f2 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The procurement of a drone demonstration and development contract will enable the MCA to assess the potential use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to augment current and future aerial surveillance capability by reducing, enhancing or replacing existing delivery methods. It will seek to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of MCA operations whilst reducing the risk to MCA personnel.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/168ceb47-8eed-4230-9f6c-ca0478eeedbc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35613000 - Unmanned aerial vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2019 - 1 Jan 2021 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MATITIME & 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

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