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title: "MCA Firewall Security Purchase 2025/26"
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# MCA Firewall Security Purchase 2025/26

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b3decbe-6d22-4f50-a8e8-531b5f8628a5

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) recently completed a procurement process for the "MCA Firewall Security Purchase 2025/26," aimed at replacing on-premises switch and firewall solutions, currently provided by Cisco, across its networks. This procurement falls under the hardware industry category and was conducted as a selective tender through a further competition under the Crown Commercial Services RM6098 framework, specifically for Technology Products and Associated Services 2 Lot 1 suppliers. The procurement stage has been completed, with Specialist Computer Centres PLC awarded the contract, valued at £80,983.03. This contract covers various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe, and runs from 23 February 2026 to 22 February 2031.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology hardware sector, particularly those with capabilities in network infrastructure and security systems. The procurement method of selective call-off from a framework agreement suggests that businesses already positioned as suppliers under the relevant framework have an advantage. However, the focus on replacement devices and support indicates that companies with strong service delivery capabilities may benefit. SMEs are deemed suitable to engage in such opportunities, encouraging smaller and medium-sized enterprises with relevant expertise to seek involvement in similar projects to broaden their client base and enhance their business prospects.

## Notice

Replacement of devices and associated support. Cisco is the current on-premises switch and firewall solution as part of a range of systems and devices running our networks at the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. This opportunity was a Further Competition run under Crown Commercial Services RM6098 framework (Technology Products and Associated Services 2), open to all Lot 1 suppliers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4455ccc-f18f-4c86-b2a9-eb364549686d |
| 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 | 1 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,983 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,983 |
| 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 | SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 1 May 2026 at 11:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4455ccc-f18f-4c86-b2a9-eb364549686d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4455ccc-f18f-4c86-b2a9-eb364549686d
  1st May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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