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Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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02 Feb 2026 at 15:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency, a central government public authority, has completed a procurement process titled "Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations." This contract, under the direct procurement method and considered below threshold without competition, falls within the services category specifically related to printing and related services. Situated in Southampton, UK, the procurement required custom hologram laminates for UK Certificate of Competency cards, aligning with industry code CPV 79800000. The contracting stage reached completion with the contract signed on 8th January 2026, and it was active from 9th January to 9th February 2026. The procurement process adhered to the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the production of custom laminates and related printing services, particularly those capable of handling bespoke design requests such as 'Crown Design' and 'Flag Design' holograms. While the procurement was completed directly without competition, suggesting a strategic selection of the supplier, businesses with expertise in similar specialised areas might consider engaging with similar agencies for future prospects. Small to medium-sized enterprises, like the awarded supplier Plastic Card Solutions, which is based in Swindon, are well-suited to seize such opportunities, leveraging specific expertise in delivering niche, high-quality solutions for public authorities. This contract highlights the potential for specialised printing service providers to align with government requirements for continued business growth in related fields.

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Notice Title

Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations

Notice Description

Custom Laminates for Zebra ZXP9 printer 50 x Custom 'Crown Design' Hologram MCA ID 1 Mil ZXP S9 Top 50 x Custom 'Flag Design' Hologram MCA ID 1 Mil ZXP S9 Bottom These items are required to produce the UK Certificate of Competency cards.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06147d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009075-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79800000 - Printing and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,922 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20264 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jan 2026 - 9 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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

PLASTIC CARD SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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