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title: "SMarT Accessibility Testing"
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buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# SMarT Accessibility Testing

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-559a9b91-184a-49e9-83ea-3a486a5eea1b

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has completed the procurement process titled "SMarT Accessibility Testing," focusing on delivering digital accessibility testing services to ensure alignment with WCAG 2.2 standards. This procurement falls under the "Computer audit services" category and involves multiple locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and Europe. The procurement was executed via a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender process concluded on 1st September 2025, with the contract period spanning from 3rd November to 2nd December 2025. The award was published on 18th November 2025, reflecting a value of £9,725.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in digital accessibility and compliance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such procurements due to their flexibility and innovative capabilities in service delivery. Businesses with expertise in computer audit services can tap into the expanding need for digital accessibility solutions, further diversifying their service offerings and growing their presence in the public sector. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company’s portfolio and establish a strong foothold within the public service domain.

## Notice

Digital Accessibility testing for SMarT Service to align the Service to WCAG 2.2 standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7c0357-a845-4daa-a660-d44a5cd986f2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2025 - 2 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,725 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £9,725 |
| 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 | NEC SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72810000 - Computer audit services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2025 at 08:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7c0357-a845-4daa-a660-d44a5cd986f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b7c0357-a845-4daa-a660-d44a5cd986f2
  18th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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