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title: "Operational Footwear"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# Operational Footwear

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6c399fea-4f6a-4bb6-8acc-50beb457e3a6

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) recently completed a procurement process for operational footwear, aimed at supporting their search and rescue operations. The procurement, classified under the waterproof footwear category (CPV 18811000), was a call-off from a framework agreement, employing a selective procurement method. This process included delivery across various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and globally. The contract, awarded to Bond Safety, commenced on 2nd February 2026 and will run until 1st February 2029, with a contract value of £300,000. The procurement stage was the award stage, with the award made active as of 30th January 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the production or supply of durable, waterproof footwear suited for rigorous search and rescue activities. With a focus on ensuring safety and efficacy in challenging environments, SMEs and other suitable enterprises could significantly benefit by aligning their offerings with the specified needs of the MCA. Companies interested in entering this market can leverage this opportunity to expand their reach across various regions and bolster their reputation by contributing to the operational efficiency of the UK’s search and rescue services.

## Notice

For the supply and delivery of all MCA Operational footwear. HM Coastguard Operations through the MRCC/JRCC & ARCC Co-Ordination Staff and the Coastguard Rescue Service (CRS) provides Search and Rescue teams operating within the littoral area of the coast and certain designated inland waterways. All Coastguard Rescue Teams are SAR teams with training and equipment to deliver Search and Rescue operations; Casualty care (First aid, casualty packaging, evacuation, rescue Stretchers), Search, Water safety and Rescue. Robust operational footwear is required as part of an individuals PPC on joining HM Coastguard Operations and to exchange when damaged or replaced due to wear and tear. Warranty requirements are provided in line with the Manufacturers Warranty for all defects identified.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c4788be-d542-4a0e-bf5d-0dd3834dae8e |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | 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 | BOND SAFETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18811000 - Waterproof footwear

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c4788be-d542-4a0e-bf5d-0dd3834dae8e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c4788be-d542-4a0e-bf5d-0dd3834dae8e
  5th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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