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Annual Marine Insurance Cover for the HMCG Training Vessels

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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25 Nov 2025 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), based in Southampton, England, has completed the procurement process for annual marine insurance cover for its training vessels. This contract falls under the insurance services category (CPV code 66510000) and covers vessels across various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 2nd November 2025. The awarded contract commenced on 3rd November 2025 and is set to run till 3rd November 2026, with a total value of £10,996.65 GBP.

This tender presents opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in insurance services, especially those familiar with marine transportation requirements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract beneficial, as the procurement process is noted for its suitability for such businesses. Participating in this tender allows companies to establish or enhance their relationship with the MCA, renowned for its pivotal role in maritime safety, which in turn could foster business growth in securing future contracts in the maritime sector and other related areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Annual Marine Insurance Cover for the HMCG Training Vessels

Notice Description

Annual marine insurance cover for the HMCG training vessels. This insurance is a legal requirement to operate commercially. The purchase is for one policy per vessel (two vessel). The cost of each policy has been combined.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f1d93b63-0dbd-43c2-86db-7befa06ce8f5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d277dfb8-ef3c-4113-866e-014813ef8a29
Current Stage
Award
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66510000 - Insurance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,996 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£10,996 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 3 Nov 2026 1-2 years
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

WILLIS TOWERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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