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title: "Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)"
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# Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)

Buyer: MCA - MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff5fbe93-c53f-4556-b12b-345c21d33a47

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) based in Southampton, England, has completed a procurement process titled "Surveyor Technical Training - Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA)", classified under the training services industry category (CPV: 80500000). The contract, valued at £26,598 GBP, was awarded to Ocean Safety Limited. The direct procurement method was used, specifically a single tender action below the threshold. This process reached the award stage, with the contract being active as of 4th March 2025. The contract period starts from 4th March 2025 and ends on 3rd March 2028, and the scope includes servicing for higher and senior executive officer grades, among others, covering various core and non-core eligibilities related to inflatable lifesaving appliances inspections.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in training and technical servicing related to lifesaving equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suitable to compete, given the contract’s suitability criteria. For businesses engaged in safety equipment services and training, this contract offers a stable, long-term engagement with the MCA, enhancing their portfolio and growth potential in both UK and international markets, including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions.

## Notice

Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA) is required for all S&I (Ship, Engineer, Nautical and Naval Architect) disciplines and HQ policy personnel for Higher and Senior Executive Officer grades. The Inflatable Lifesaving Appliances Servicing (LSA) covers the below core and non-core eligibilities: 1.01 SOLAS Chapter I - V Survey or Inspection 2.17 Life-raft Service Station Inspections

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7676662-57c0-49e5-b4cc-93707282c19e |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,598 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,598 |
| 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 | OCEAN SAFETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2025 at 10:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7676662-57c0-49e5-b4cc-93707282c19e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7676662-57c0-49e5-b4cc-93707282c19e
  5th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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