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Lloyds List Intelligence Seasearcher Subscription

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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23 Feb 2026 at 16:26

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has awarded a contract to Lloyd's List Intelligence for its "Lloyds List Intelligence Seasearcher Subscription" service. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically subscription services, and originates from the central government public authority. The related contract was signed on 26th January 2026 and is set to be active from 27th January 2026 to 26th January 2027, with a gross value of £23,612. The procurement method used was direct, which allows for efficient acquisition under the below-threshold guidelines without competition. The contract facilitates the verification of vessel details for seafarer training and certification applications, enhancing operational efficiency at the agency's Southampton location.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in maritime intelligence and data analytics. The focus is on providing software solutions essential for the standardisation of seafarer certification processes, a critical need for efficient maritime operations. Companies in the maritime technology sector, particularly those capable of delivering reliable subscription-based services, would be well-suited to engage with similar procurement opportunities. Such contracts not only solidify market presence but also foster long-term relationships with central government bodies, ensuring further business expansion and collaborative ventures.

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Notice Title

Lloyds List Intelligence Seasearcher Subscription

Notice Description

Seafarer Training and Certification branch require the use of software to enable processors of certificate applications to verify the details and movement of vessels which seafarers have stated on their seatime.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065a75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016222-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,677 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2027 6-12 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

LLOYD'S LIST INTELLIGENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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