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title: "Software Subscription and Support"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# Software Subscription and Support

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-207f3715-0adc-4ac6-b800-b201711af3c5

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has successfully completed a procurement process for a contract titled "Software Subscription and Support," which falls under the category of network management software services. The procurement process was conducted using a direct procurement method with a single tender action, with the tender period having ended on 30th November 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £29,715, commenced on 1st December 2021 and is set to conclude on 28th February 2023. The services will be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for providers of software services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in network management solutions. With the contract awarded to IBM United Kingdom Limited, businesses with similar capabilities can explore competitive avenues to offer innovative software and support services that meet the needs of agencies like the MCA. Engaging in government contracts can enhance a business's credibility, expand their portfolio, and create pathways for further contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

Software Subscription & Support.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5649e68-f35b-44ac-a2ce-cb2ef89e421a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 28 Feb 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £29,715 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,715 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO15 1EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Banister & Polygon |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IBM UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72511000 - Network management software services

## Release History

- 10 Dec 2021 at 13:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5649e68-f35b-44ac-a2ce-cb2ef89e421a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5649e68-f35b-44ac-a2ce-cb2ef89e421a
  10th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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