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title: "OFCOM LandSAR Radio License"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
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# OFCOM LandSAR Radio License

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf95bd98-cf60-42f0-9c5b-923aace973c8

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has completed a procurement process for the "OFCOM LandSAR Radio License", which falls under the communication software package sector. This contract, valued at £174,525, was awarded to Ofcom following a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. The award was made on 22nd March 2022, with the contract period commencing on the same date and concluding on 22nd March 2023. The services required will be delivered within the South East region of the United Kingdom, reinforcing the agency's operational capabilities.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to engage with a key regulatory body. Companies specialising in communications technology, radio services, and related software solutions would be well-positioned to leverage this contract for business growth. The ability to provide innovative communication solutions is paramount, making this an attractive prospect for firms looking to expand their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

The Office of Communication (OFcom), UK Regulator, issues an annual licence that permits HM Coastguard to operate radios in the performance of the duties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e565707-5424-4f86-9baa-c4cc61ce9aec |
| 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 | 30 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2022 - 22 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £174,525 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £174,525 |
| 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 | OFCOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48510000 - Communication software package

## Release History

- 30 May 2022 at 13:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e565707-5424-4f86-9baa-c4cc61ce9aec

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e565707-5424-4f86-9baa-c4cc61ce9aec
  30th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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