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title: "Extension - Sampling of the Sulphur Content of Marine Fuel in a Lab to ISO Standards"
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# Extension - Sampling of the Sulphur Content of Marine Fuel in a Lab to ISO Standards

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad3bcfb8-fa49-4c48-8f59-5fe60b476c9f

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has initiated a procurement process titled "Extension - Sampling of the Sulphur Content of Marine Fuel in a Lab to ISO Standards", classified under "Laboratory services", an industry category pertinent to service providers operating laboratories. The procurement process is now in the award stage, having commenced with an open procedure. The contract period is set to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. It primarily concerns locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and other worldwide regions. The MCA seeks specialists capable of adhering to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards to handle laboratory analysis of marine fuel samples initially examined by marine surveyors.

The extension and contract for sulphur content analysis of marine fuel samples create opportunities for laboratories, particularly SMEs, that are accredited to ISO standards and can offer rapid and reliable lab services. The MCA's selection of Lloyd's Register GMT Limited as a supplier highlights potential for businesses capable of supporting international maritime surveys through logistical and technical expertise. This tender is advantageous for businesses in laboratory services, especially those with specialisation in marine or environmental testing, as it involves aspects of logistics, including providing and replenishing sample bottles and handling courier services.

## Notice

All MCA Marine Surveyors will test a fuel sample as part of a survey. Any samples failing the test will need to be sent for laboratory analysis. This contract is for an accredited laboratory to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 to enable sampling of the sulphur content of marine fuel. 1 Year extension - The provision of sample bottles and their replenishment will form part of the contract, in addition to the courier fee and cost of sample testing.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc27614d-bba7-4424-ac2c-2311e5a33946 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £225 |
| 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 | LLOYD'S REGISTER GMT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc27614d-bba7-4424-ac2c-2311e5a33946
- 12 Jun 2023 at 10:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61dbf70c-92c1-4818-84cf-f0b74bf70652
- 13 Apr 2023 at 11:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a560b9be-500c-41d2-b69f-3757801c84f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc27614d-bba7-4424-ac2c-2311e5a33946
  28th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61dbf70c-92c1-4818-84cf-f0b74bf70652
  12th June 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a560b9be-500c-41d2-b69f-3757801c84f8
  13th April 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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