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UK Maritime Voyage Data Services

MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY

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04 Jun 2026 at 07:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency, a central government public authority located in Southampton, has completed the procurement process for the "UK Maritime Voyage Data Services 26/27" contract. This project, classified under the services category, specifically focuses on data services, and was conducted through a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition. The contract was awarded on 2nd June 2026, and subsequently activated on 3rd June 2026. It is set to conclude on 31st March 2027. The total contract value amounts to £18,000, with the net amount specified as £15,000. The buyer's contact point can be reached via Contracts@mcga.gov.uk.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in data services, given the scope of work and the government's strategic interest in maritime data. The contract was awarded to AVENCA LIMITED, indicating that small to medium-sized enterprises stand a competitive chance in similar government procurement processes. Firms engaged in data analytics, maritime technology, and digital services, particularly those capable of providing innovative and efficient data solutions, would find this procurement particularly relevant to consider for future opportunities. This project not only highlights the demand for maritime data solutions but also foresees a growing market for data services within the public sector.

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Notice Title

UK Maritime Voyage Data Services

Notice Description

UK Maritime Voyage Data Services 26/27

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06acee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052551-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20262 days ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 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

AVENCA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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