Tender

Masts and Towers Management (2026 - 2030)

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Tender

24 Dec 2025 at 13:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has initiated a tender for "Masts and Towers Management (2026 - 2030)", focusing on maintenance services for radio-communications equipment and technical services for radio towers and masts. This public procurement, using an open procedure, is in the tender stage, and the Invitation to Tender (ITT) is set to launch on 6th January 2026. Prospective suppliers can register and submit clarifications via the Jaggaer portal by 5th February 2026. The contract is valued at £504,000 (net) and will cover locations across the UK, aligning with the MCA's commitment to maritime safety standards. The successful proposal will be awarded by 27th February 2026, with the contract commencing on 1st April 2026 and running until 31st March 2030, with potential extensions included.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses engaged in the technical and maintenance sectors, particularly those specialising in radio-communications and safety compliance. The focus on both quality and cost, with an additional consideration for social value, means that organisations that can demonstrate high competency in these areas are well-suited to compete. The procurement process welcomes SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), adding diversity to potential suppliers. By engaging in this contract, businesses can not only enhance their portfolio by collaborating with a central government agency but also broaden their experience in safety-critical infrastructure management.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Masts and Towers Management (2026 - 2030)

Notice Description

The aim of the Mast and Towers Contract is to ensure that the structures are managed in order that the MCA's obligations for the UK's Maritime Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) mandate and all other maritime requirements are met; by ensuring that these freehold sites/structures are safe and any changes to them meet recognised safety standards. The Supplier will be responsible for all aspects of management of the MCA's existing mast and tower structures to ensure that: * they are maintained and remain safe in accordance with current and emerging safety requirements * that access safety systems meet these safety standards for any authorised person having reason to access the structure, and reasonably practicable security measures are identified to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing the structures. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please note that this ITT is due to formally launch on the 6th January. The ITT will be available on Jaggaer (https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html) no later than this date. Please only issue clarification questions via the Jaggaer ITT, once it is available.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: For non-core activity, including project management services, PS150k exc VAT has been allowed across the life of the contract. This has been included in the Total Value Estimate.

Renewal: Two 1-year extension options permissable. This has been included in the Total Value Estimate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fd50
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086145-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

32344240 - Radio tower

44212261 - Radio masts

50333000 - Maintenance services of radio-communications equipment

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£504,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£504,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Dec 20255 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
contracts@mcga.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

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