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title: "Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch"
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buyer: "MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch

Buyer: MARITIME & COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-31c51ca4-31a1-47b9-b49c-f86428408387

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## Summary

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency is seeking a reliable courier service for its Seafarers Training and Certification Branch, with the title "Courier Service for Seafarers Training and Certification Branch." This procurement process falls under the services industry category and involves a contract valued at £323,000. The procurement method utilised is a single tender action below the threshold, and the key dates include the tender end date of 13th May 2018 and the contract start date of 14th May 2018, which will run until 13th May 2019. The service is required to operate in various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and international destinations, reflecting the need for secure and trackable delivery of sensitive documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in courier services, particularly those with international capabilities and expertise in secure document handling. Companies with proven track records in logistics and time-sensitive deliveries would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, leveraging their skills to meet the industry's demands for high-standard courier services. By successfully engaging with the Maritime & Coastguard Agency, businesses can expand their portfolio and enhance their client base in the public sector.

## Notice

The Seafarers Training and Certification branch requires high standard courier services to ensure the issued certification and other original documents are delivered to the customers securely and in a timely manner. It is essential that the courier operates domestically and internationally as around 55% of our issued certificates are being delivered to overseas destinations. The secure and trackable delivery is vital due to the high importance and sensitivity of the contents which are being sent.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/063d7330-be33-4b6b-9d40-440e0bd48927 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2018 - 13 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £323,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £323,000 |
| 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 | MARITIME & 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 | CORPORATE EXPRESS COURIERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64120000 - Courier services

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2018 at 10:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/063d7330-be33-4b6b-9d40-440e0bd48927

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/063d7330-be33-4b6b-9d40-440e0bd48927
  11th July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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