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title: "Government Soft Landings and Aftercare Services"
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buyer: "THE UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE"
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# Government Soft Landings and Aftercare Services

Buyer: THE UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de13a7a7-51e1-4db1-8487-49f6761f605b

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Government Soft Landings and Aftercare Services" was conducted by the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office, focusing on consultative engineering and construction services in the South West region of England. The tender period concluded on 17 January 2017, with the contract starting on 10 February 2017 and extending until 9 April 2021. The total contract value was £50,000, and it targeted small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in consultative engineering services to expand their offerings and secure government contracts. Companies that specialise in engineering consultancy, particularly those with experience in soft landings and aftercare services, would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging with such tenders can significantly contribute to the growth and sustainability of SMEs and VCSEs in the sector.

## Notice

Government Soft Landings and Aftercare

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21513cd3-9fff-4924-9ebe-142698d95857 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 10 Feb 2017 - 9 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | THE UNITED KINGDOM HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICE |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 2DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Taunton East |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MAX FORDHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2017 at 10:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21513cd3-9fff-4924-9ebe-142698d95857

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21513cd3-9fff-4924-9ebe-142698d95857
  7th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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