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title: "Procurement of Fifty Standard-issue Laptop to Support Business Operations"
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# Procurement of Fifty Standard-issue Laptop to Support Business Operations

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a80d6a1-d293-43c7-a4f7-2345b7ab40a4

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), located in Southampton, England, has recently completed a procurement process for fifty standard-issue laptops to support its business operations and staff onboarding. Classified under the 'Electronic supplies' industry, this initiative was carried out using a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £84,540, was awarded to INSIGHT DIRECT (UK) LTD, a large-scale supplier located in Sheffield. The contract award was published on 6th July 2026, following an active award status on 29th June 2026. The contract period extends from 30th June to 29th July 2026, with delivery applicable to various regions including the United Kingdom and overseas territories.

This procurement opportunity highlights growth potential for businesses specialising in electronic supplies, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-volume orders under strict timelines. Although the contract in question was executed through a selective method from a framework agreement, indicating pre-existing supplier relationships, it underscores the importance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in framework agreements to enhance competitiveness in future tenders. The MCA's requirements point towards a steady demand for reliable computing equipment to ensure smooth operational continuity, offering a consistent stream of opportunities for suppliers in the technology sector.

## Notice

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) requires the urgent procurement of fifty (50) standard-issue laptop devices to support business-as-usual operations and onboarding of new staff.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ff41b4b-c183-4f5d-b6a0-adda6e7ba17a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,540 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £84,540 |
| 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 | INSIGHT DIRECT (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31711000 - Electronic supplies

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2026 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ff41b4b-c183-4f5d-b6a0-adda6e7ba17a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ff41b4b-c183-4f5d-b6a0-adda6e7ba17a
  6th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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