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title: "Supply of Transit 350 AWD"
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buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# Supply of Transit 350 AWD

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bb2f14ab-e4bb-4a91-84c6-fa24f2c2eb4d

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has completed the procurement process for the supply of six Transit 350 AWD vehicles, intended to support Coastguard Search and Rescue operations both locally and nationally. This procurement, falling under the 'Motor vehicles' industry category, was facilitated through a call-off from the Government Commercial Agency's framework agreement for standard and specialist vehicles (reference RM6244). The procurement was conducted using a selective method and is currently in the award stage, with the contract being awarded to Ford Motor Company Limited. The vehicles will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international destinations. The contract period begins on 7th July 2026 and ends on 6th January 2027, with the total contract valued at £170,072.40.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses capable of supplying specialised motor vehicles, especially those with the ability to offer 'blue light' fitted response vehicles. Ideal candidates for similar future tenders would include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the automotive supply chain, given the procurement's suitability criteria. Engaging in frameworks such as this can help businesses grow by establishing a foothold within government procurement circles, particularly those focused on government frameworks and contracts involving critical public services like search and rescue operations.

## Notice

Purchase of six Transit 350 AWD Vehicles for HMCG. These are 'blue light' fitted response vehicles which will support Coastguard Search and Rescue operations locally and nationally. These vehicles can transport personal and their equipment, and they will be used to move specialist equipment to support incidents both locally and nationally, act as a command vehicle and can also be utilised in day-to-day logistics support. This purchase has been faciliated by using the Government Commercial Agency Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles framework agreement (reference RM6244).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2236e0da-5ce4-49c8-bb97-0174e1dd7efc |
| 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 | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2026 - 6 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,072 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £170,072 |
| 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 | FORD MOTOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2026 at 09:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2236e0da-5ce4-49c8-bb97-0174e1dd7efc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2236e0da-5ce4-49c8-bb97-0174e1dd7efc
  27th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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