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Whitburn Outfall Buoy Replacement

MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY

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19 Sep 2025 at 09:11

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Mining Remediation Authority has recently completed the "Whitburn Outfall Buoy Replacement" project under a limited procurement method, focusing on services related to the supply and installation of marker buoys. This procurement was centred around ensuring compliance with current safety legislation while controlling rising mine water levels. The award was made to Seaserve Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise, reflecting the buyer's engagement with niche suppliers. The project was executed in the United Kingdom, specifically targeting needs in the region classified as UKC, with a contract period from 8 September 2025 to 3 November 2025. The procurement process was initiated under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, with the award status completed as of 19 September 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in marine installation and safety compliance services. SMEs with expertise in buoy installation and related marine services would be well-suited to compete for such contracts in the future. Engaging with public sector projects like those managed by the Mining Remediation Authority can offer companies a platform for growth, allowing them to showcase their capabilities and expand their portfolios within public authority sectors. This project highlights the potential for businesses to secure government contracts through targeted and specialised services, fostering new opportunities and partnerships in the marine and environmental sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Whitburn Outfall Buoy Replacement

Notice Description

The Mining Remediation Authority (MRA) constructed a Mine Water Treatment scheme to control rising mine water that had been steadily recovering, the outfall from the MWTS is approximately 1km away from the bathing beaches within the North Sea. The provision is for the Supply and installation of the buoy and mooring and all associated fixings etc. Installation of the buoy and mooring, including the use of divers, must comply fully with all current safety legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059de1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057997-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

34515100 - Marker buoys

63724310 - Buoy marking services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,316 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 3 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINING REMEDIATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@coal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Postcode
NG18 4RG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF15 North Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Mansfield
Electoral Ward
Berry Hill
Westminster Constituency
Mansfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEASERVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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