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title: "Implementation of international maritime obligations in British Overseas Territories"
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# Implementation of international maritime obligations in British Overseas Territories

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e1745f3d-88f6-4b46-8eb2-24ba78995c52

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Implementation of international maritime obligations in British Overseas Territories" was conducted by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). This direct tender involved the drafting of national legislation to ensure compliance in seven Overseas Territories and was classified under legal services. The contract, valued at £279,000, was awarded following a single tender action below the threshold, with the procurement process initiated on 1st April 2020 and concluded on 31st March 2021. The work took place in the South East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract awarded to KNIGHTWOOD LEGAL.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in legal services, particularly those experienced in drafting legislation and maritime law compliance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could compete effectively, leveraging their agility and local knowledge. Engaging in such tenders can enhance visibility and credibility within the sector while contributing to compliance efforts in British Overseas Territories.

## Notice

This work includes the drafting of appropriate national legislation to ensure full compliance in seven OTs.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e379b1a-d10f-4a60-9c10-3076041b73ae |
| 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 | 22 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2020 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £279,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £279,000 |
| 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 |
| Additional buyers | DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| 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 | KNIGHTWOOD LEGAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79100000 - Legal services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2021 at 11:25 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e379b1a-d10f-4a60-9c10-3076041b73ae
- 11 Nov 2021 at 11:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e379b1a-d10f-4a60-9c10-3076041b73ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e379b1a-d10f-4a60-9c10-3076041b73ae
  22nd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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