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title: "ACE Extension"
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# ACE Extension

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a2b7c846-6fba-412a-bd1a-6b1fb6b0fb53

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## Summary

The MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency is conducting a procurement for the tender titled "ACE Extension," which focuses on IT services, particularly software development and consulting. Located in Southampton, England, this tender is currently at the award stage. The contract was awarded on 28th July 2020, with a value of £160,000, and the contract period extends until 28th February 2021. This was a single tender action process since it is below threshold, emphasising streamlined procurement for urgent needs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those focused on software development, consulting, and innovative technology solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement highlights innovation in developing tools for the SAR2G service providers. Companies that can provide tailored, efficient solutions for emergency services and aviation partnerships should find a conducive environment to expand their business horizons through this contract.

## Notice

3D modelling successfully delivered the data model to provide detailed insights into MCA SAR-H activities and Emergency Service aviation partners. In addition to the scope of the commission, a proof of concept model was delivered highlighting an opportunity to develop an innovative tool to aide potential UKSAR2G service providers to tailor their bids. Phase 1 was successfully delivered in early Mar '20 having provided significant insight that reinforces the SAR2G strategy. Phase 2 remains within the purview of the MoU between the Home Office & MCA and will deliver an intuitive model which enables both the MCA and potential bidders to develop and assess opportunities for the development of an innovative SAR2G operating model.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/899d8d34-21cc-490d-9fdd-8978a39cd283 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QINETIQ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2021 at 10:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/899d8d34-21cc-490d-9fdd-8978a39cd283

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/899d8d34-21cc-490d-9fdd-8978a39cd283
  18th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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