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Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)

MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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05 Mar 2025 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) based in Southampton, England, has completed a procurement process titled "Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)", classified under the training services industry category (CPV: 80500000). The contract, valued at £26,598 GBP, was awarded to Ocean Safety Limited. The direct procurement method was used, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. This process reached the award stage, with the contract being active as of 4th March 2025. The contract period starts from 4th March 2025 and ends on 3rd March 2028, and the scope includes servicing for higher and senior executive officer grades, among others, covering various core and non-core eligibilities related to inflatable lifesaving appliances inspections.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in training and technical servicing related to lifesaving equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suitable to compete, given the contract’s suitability criteria. For businesses engaged in safety equipment services and training, this contract offers a stable, long-term engagement with the MCA, enhancing their portfolio and growth potential in both UK and international markets, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions.

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Notice Title

Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)

Notice Description

Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA) is required for all S&I (Ship, Engineer, Nautical and Naval Architect) disciplines and HQ policy personnel for Higher and Senior Executive Officer grades. The Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA) covers the below core and non-core eligibilities: 1.01 SOLAS Chapter I - V Survey or Inspection 2.17 Life-raft Service Station Inspections

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ff5fbe93-c53f-4556-b12b-345c21d33a47
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7676662-57c0-49e5-b4cc-93707282c19e
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,598 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,598 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2028 3-4 years
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
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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

OCEAN SAFETY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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