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title: "Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2025-04-24"
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# Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23ebd533-535e-4af2-a215-d6cb7d3936e4

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Coastal WiFi for HM Coastguard" was initiated by the MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency, located in Southampton, England. This tender falls under the IT services industry category and involves the deployment of broadband and Wi-Fi services across various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The tender was completed using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement under Network Services 3, lot 1a. The contract, valued at £579,287, spans from 22 March 2025 to 21 March 2027, with the award being made to British Telecommunications Public Limited Company on 21 March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies operating within the IT services sector, especially those experienced in infrastructure deployment and support for critical communication networks. It is a noteworthy opportunity for large enterprises capable of servicing diverse geographic locations and dealing with high-value contracts. The deployment of Coastal WiFi is critical for the efficient operation of Coastguard rescue operations, implying that businesses capable of offering robust and reliable connectivity solutions will find this project aligned with their growth strategies.

## Notice

There is an ongoing requirement for broadband & Wi-Fi at HMCG CRS (COB and CRE) sites to support Coastal Operations staff and volunteer Coast Rescue Teams. This will provide critical data services and support the withdrawal of the analogue PSTN network. This is a direct award under Network Services 3, lot 1a.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8285a826-6aa2-4964-b243-82e2e4e2a2ff |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2025 - 21 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £579,287 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £579,287 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2025 at 15:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8285a826-6aa2-4964-b243-82e2e4e2a2ff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8285a826-6aa2-4964-b243-82e2e4e2a2ff
  24th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0595f645-dc98-4d2c-9b99-8d239f60da60
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/maritime-and-coastguard-agency

## Provenance

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