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title: "Dover Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre (MRCC) Electrical Upgrade Project"
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# Dover Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre (MRCC) Electrical Upgrade Project

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7fe004d7-6937-4c4a-b165-40806bd5c166

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) sought an electrical upgrade for the Dover Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre (MRCC) through an open procurement procedure. The project involved replacing the site's backup generator, the outdated UPS system, electrical panels, and cabling. Published on 4th October 2024, the tender process detailed a tender period ending on 14th November 2024, with contract work scheduled between 1st December 2024 and 31st March 2025. This procurement fell under the mechanical and electrical engineering services category (CPV code 71334000) and was targeted primarily at SMEs within the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presented robust opportunities for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical engineering. Companies with expertise in power system upgrades and critical infrastructure maintenance were particularly well-suited for this project. The open procedure method allowed for broad participation, enabling small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete effectively. Interested contractors needed to arrange prior site visits scheduled for 17th and 18th October 2024 to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the project requirements, fostering fair and competitive tender submissions. Collaborating with MCA's professional property service consultants also ensures a well-coordinated execution of the project.

## Notice

Requirement is for the replacement of the current site backup generator, including replacing the current backup UPS with a generator, and replacing all the associated electrical panels and cabling.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef09229-9f6a-4ba7-8bbe-d74f074c538f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2025 - 30 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £309,125 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £309,125 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | P & I GENERATORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2025 at 13:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef09229-9f6a-4ba7-8bbe-d74f074c538f
- 4 Oct 2024 at 11:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddcf5d82-42f0-4abd-9d2a-ecb1dedde4d7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef09229-9f6a-4ba7-8bbe-d74f074c538f
  4th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddcf5d82-42f0-4abd-9d2a-ecb1dedde4d7
  4th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7995c39-aa43-4802-bac2-7bf7d3a31888
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/96f95d6e-a2d9-4039-8ec8-58a900440dfa
  n/a
- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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