--- title: "Radio Spectrum and Technical Standards Professional Services Contract" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY" published: "2025-06-30" --- # Radio Spectrum and Technical Standards Professional Services Contract Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e3559c5e-d16b-4fbc-a393-df95fbf86dae.json) ## Summary The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) seeks to procure technical assistance services through an open procedure to support its Radio Spectrum and Technical Standards Unit. The contract, titled "Radio Spectrum and Technical Standards Professional Services Contract," involves policy and standards development for maritime radio and navigational equipment. It spans several locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the UK, and commenced on 18th July 2022, with an expected end date of 27th January 2027. This active procurement is crucial for maintaining and influencing maritime policy both nationally and internationally. The tender process initially concluded on 7th July 2022, within an open procedure framework under a value of £108,000, suitable for small to medium enterprises (SMEs). This contract offers compelling growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical analysis or consultancy services within the maritime sector. Particularly, firms with expertise in navigating international standards for communications and navigation equipment will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. It provides a platform to engage with prominent bodies like the International Maritime Organization and the International Telecommunications Union, allowing for significant contributions to UK maritime policies and expanding influence within regulatory frameworks internationally. This opportunity enables businesses to enhance their profiles and engage in meaningful policy development activities." ## Notice The Radio Spectrum and Technical Standards Unit (RSTSU) within MCA has responsibility for, and is a major contributor to, national and international policy and standards development for maritime radio and navigational equipment, this is inclusive of policy and standards work relating to navigation equipment derived from Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS) Chapters IV and V; and maritime radio communications equipment under the Radio Equipment Regulations (RER). Applicants will potentially be required to contribute and participate in national and international meetings. There are approximately 18 groups developing these radio spectrum, performance and technical requirements, principally the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and European Telecommunications Standard Institute (ETSI). Applying the standards set by these groups forms an essential part of the equipment type approval process under the mandatory Marine Equipment Regulations (MER) and conformity for RER. There is an ongoing need to develop and maintain these standards so that safety is preserved or improved and to ensure that decisions, including those about radio spectrum use, are informed by the needs of UK marine industry. To pursue government policy and represent the interests of UK stakeholders the MCA needs to contribute to and influence the work of these bodies. The objectives of this contract are: - To provide ad hoc expertise on a call off basis in support of the MCA's UK Technical Services Navigation Branch's Radio Spectrum & Technical Standards Unit; - Support the UK Policy line at meetings, as required by RSTSU; - Maintenance and improvement of the reputation of the UK Flag ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8308a1ab-6f0a-4854-9738-a8fc7fd4427f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jul 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Jul 2022 - 27 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £108,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71356200 - Technical assistance services - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services ## Release History - 30 Jun 2025 at 10:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8308a1ab-6f0a-4854-9738-a8fc7fd4427f - 23 Jun 2022 at 14:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8308a1ab-6f0a-4854-9738-a8fc7fd4427f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8308a1ab-6f0a-4854-9738-a8fc7fd4427f 30th June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com Link to eSourcing Portal ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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