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HMCG Driver Development and Assessment (Lots 1 to 6)

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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17 Dec 2024 at 17:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has completed an open procurement process to secure services for the "HMCG Driver Development and Assessment (Lots 1 to 6)" tender. This procurement, classified under CPV code 80411000 (Driving-school services), aims to develop and assess HMCG driving standards across various UK divisions, including Scotland, East of England & Midlands, South East of England, South West of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland & Scotland. The awarded contracts, valued at GBP 655,000, are set to commence on 16th December 2024 and conclude on 31st March 2026. The procurement encouraged participation from SMEs and VCSEs and followed an open procedure above the threshold, ensuring fair competition and inclusivity.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the driving instruction and assessment industry. The division-based lot structure allows for specialised regional focus, making it ideal for SMEs and local suppliers with expertise in driver training and assessment. Successful bidders, including the Road Haulage Association (RHA), Green Penny Limited, and Pertemps Recruitment Partnership Limited, demonstrate the market’s capability to meet HMCG's stringent standards. The emphasis on SMEs and VCSEs further underlines the potential for smaller, community-focused enterprises to engage and grow through governmental contracts. Engaging in this procurement process can help businesses expand their footprint while contributing to the vital services provided by HMCG.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HMCG Driver Development and Assessment (Lots 1 to 6)

Notice Description

His Majestys Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Upon completion of a competitive procurement exercise, HMCG has secured the services of three partners who shall work within our communities, to deliver and assess HMCG driving standards, ensuring a national common approach to Driver Induction, and Light Vehicle on Road Driving Assessment. Identifying training needs/support requirements and recording them in a common format. These partners are familiar with the DVSAs "National Standard for Driving Cars and Light Vans" and that the weighting of any shortcomings is in line with "Carrying out Driving Test - Examiner Guidance". The Contracting Authority encouraged bids from VCSE's (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) in addition to suppliers from the local area's in which the requirements are being competed in, and are pleased to secure the services of SMEs and VCSEs alike. The requirement was split into 6 lots to reflect HMCGs Divisional Area structure, consisting of the following: Lot 1 - Division 1 (Scotland) Lot 2 - Division 2 (East of England & Midlands) Lot 3 - Division 3 (South East of England) Lot 4 - Division 4 (South West of England) Lot 5 - Division 5 (Cymru/Wales) Lot 6 - Division 6 (Northern Ireland & Scotland)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f4ea0855-8cd7-49eb-a0db-90724844e3a3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/038089d3-7ad8-436d-bde2-0c5937e1d48e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80411000 - Driving-school services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£655,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£228,510 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 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
3
Supplier Names

GREEN PENNY

PERTEMPS RECRUITMENT PARTNERSHIP

ROAD HAULAGE ASSOCIATION (RHA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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