Planning

MCA Technical Specialist Advisory Services (Oil & Gas)

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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Planning

07 May 2026 at 08:34

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is in the planning stage for a public procurement process titled "MCA Technical Specialist Advisory Services (Oil & Gas)." This falls under the industry category of services, with specific focus on maritime safety inspections and technical and vessel-salvaging services. The procurement process is based in Southampton, United Kingdom, and intends to establish a dynamic purchasing agreement by 3rd August 2026, extending potentially to 26th October 2032. The procurement strategy involves an open method to facilitate broad participation, primarily targeting oil and gas technical advisory needs for the MCA and associated bodies within the Department for Transport as well as international territories like the British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in technical services, salvage operations, and maritime safety. The dynamic market framework is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with expertise in oil and gas sector consultancy could greatly benefit from engaging in call-off requirements that aim to improve communication between contracting authorities and involved stakeholders. This initiative not only caters to the MCA's needs but also potentially extends its reach to international territories and bodies, opening avenues for businesses with global operational capabilities and network aspirations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MCA Technical Specialist Advisory Services (Oil & Gas)

Notice Description

The MCA is looking to establish a Dynamic Agreement on behalf of the Secretary of State for Transport for any Executive Agency or Arm's Length Body associated with the Department for Transport, whom will qualify as a Contracting Authority and can access the Agreement on the basis they are procuring services that falls under the Scope of the Framework. The Contracting Authorities will usually be the MCA, Department for Transport Central, Trinity House, Northern Lighthouse Board. Moreover, the MCA reserve the right to procure services on behalf of the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), British Overseas Territories (Anguilla, Ascension, Bermuda, British Antarctic Territory, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Monserrat, Saint Helena, South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, Tristan da Cunha and the Pitcairn Islands and Turks & Caicos Islands) and Crown Dependencies (Jersey, Guernsey & Isle of Man). The scope of the Agreement shall include, but is not limited to, services that typically provide Oil and Gas subject matter experts whom will work with relevant companies and authorities to facilitate effective communication and remedial activities between the Contracting Authority and all other parties engaged in any call-off requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0692f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041736-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Dynamic market
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

63725000 - Salvage and refloating services

63725100 - Vessel-salvaging services

71356000 - Technical services

71631420 - Maritime safety inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 26 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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