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project_19630 - HMC Vigilant Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER)

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This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Jan 2026 at 15:43

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 09:09

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

01 Oct 2025 at 15:01

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "HMC Vigilant Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER)" is led by the Home Office, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. The industry category involved is services related to marine patrol vessels and their maintenance. This procurement commenced with planning and moved through the tender stage, with the award ultimately going to Southampton Marine Services Ltd. The contract, which was signed on 27th January 2026, covers maintenance work to be carried out between 9th February and 4th March 2026. The open procurement method was employed, indicating "Below threshold - open competition" as the methodology.

This procurement presents numerous opportunities for growth in the marine maintenance sector, particularly for businesses that specialise in the inspection, testing, and certification of safety equipment, as well as general vessel maintenance and defect rectification. Large-scale suppliers, such as Southampton Marine Services Ltd, are well-suited to compete in such tender processes due to their capacity and expertise. The opportunity for involvement in governmental projects like this can bolster a company's portfolio and provide substantial financial opportunities, with this particular contract valued at £135,948.35. For businesses seeking to enter or expand within this industry, engaging in competitive bids through platforms such as the Home Office's eSourcing Portal is crucial.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

project_19630 - HMC Vigilant Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER)

Notice Description

This is notice of a planned procurement opportunity to perform Planned Maintenance and Safety Equipment Recertification (MSER) for the Border Force Patrol Vessel HM Cutter Valiant. The work will be needed between 9th February and 4th March. This notice is issued to enable potential bidders to prepare for, and express an interest in, this work. The requirement will include the Inspection, Testing and Certification of Safety Equipment as well as general Vessel Maintenance Tasks. Modifications and Defect Rectification will also be required. The full requirement will be provided at Tender stage, expected to be at the end of November 2025 The regional location for this opportunity will be based on operational activity and confirmed when the Tender Opportunity is launched. The tender opportunity will be issued via the Home Office eSourcing Portal and bidders must therefore ensure they have registered: https://homeoffice.app.jaggaer.com/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a628
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007223-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

34511100 - Marine patrol vessels

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

50241000 - Repair and maintenance services of ships

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£135,948 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Nov 2025Expired
Award Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 4 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
maritimeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTHAMPTON MARINE SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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