--- title: "HMCG Driver Development and Assessment" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY" published: "2024-12-17" --- # HMCG Driver Development and Assessment Buyer: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04abd8.json) ## Summary His Majesty's Coastguard (HMCG) has completed a public procurement process titled "HMCG Driver Development and Assessment," focusing on delivering driving-school services across various regions in the UK. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency, acting as the contracting authority, initiated this procurement under the open procedure method. The key procurement stages included the issuance of an open call for tenders, evaluation of submissions, and subsequent award of contracts. The project aimed at ensuring a national common approach to driver induction and vehicle assessment. Notable dates include the tender period ending on 18th November 2024, and the contracts being signed on 9th December 2024. The services are to be implemented in divisions covering Scotland, East of England & Midlands, South East of England, South West of England, Cymru/Wales, and Northern Ireland & Scotland. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). The focus on local suppliers may benefit regional businesses experienced in driving-school services, driver testing, and driving lessons. Businesses proficient in adhering to national driving standards and assessment protocols will find themselves well-suited to compete in such tenders. Additionally, the possibility of contract extensions enhances the prospects for long-term partnerships. By participating, businesses can expand their service offerings, build their portfolios, and contribute to community safety and regulatory compliance. ## Notice His Majesty's Coastguard (HMCG) has undertaken a procurement exercise and has secured the services of three partners who shall work within our communities, to deliver and assess HMCG driving standards, ensuring a national common approach to Driver Induction, and Light Vehicle on Road Driving Assessment. Identifying training needs/support requirements and recording them in a common format. These partners are familiar with the DVSAs "National Standard for Driving Cars and Light Vans" and that the weighting of any shortcomings is in line with "Carrying out Driving Test - Examiner Guidance". The Contracting Authority encouraged bids from VCSE's (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises) in addition to suppliers from the local area's in which the requirements are being competed in, and are pleased to secure the services of SMEs and VCSEs alike. ### Lot Information Lot Lot 1 - Division 1 (Scotland) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a maximum of 12 months only. Lot Lot 2 - Division 2 (East of England & Midlands) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by up to 12 months only. Lot Lot 3 - Division 3 (South East of England) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by up to 12 months only. Lot Lot 4 - Division 4 (South West of England) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by up to 12 months only. Lot Lot 5 - Division 5 (Cymru/Wales) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by up to 12 months only. Lot Lot 6 - Division 6 (Northern Ireland & Scotland) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Renewal: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by up to 12 months only. Lot 1 - Division 1 (Scotland) His Majestys Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. Lot 2 - Division 2 (East of England & Midlands) His Majestys Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. Lot 3 - Division 3 (South East of England) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. Lot 4 - Division 4 (South West of England) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. Lot 5 - Division 5 (Cymru/Wales) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. Lot 6 - Division 6 (Northern Ireland & Scotland) His Majesty's Coastguard is over 200 years old, growing and changing over time to meet both the needs of the communities they serve and also the UK's international responsibilities, delivering a life-saving service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A principal objective is to continue the development of the organisation and its voluntary membership, who give up their time to train and respond to incidents. It is these volunteers that we are looking to support and develop in their driving-related roles. Options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to extend the requirement by a further 12 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040680-2024 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 Dec 2024 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Cancelled | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY | | Additional buyers | MARITIME & 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 | 3 | | Supplier names | GREEN PENNY; PERTEMPS RECRUITMENT PARTNERSHIP; ROAD HAULAGE ASSOCIATION (RHA | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80411000 - Driving-school services - 80411100 - Driving-test services - 80411200 - Driving lessons ## Release History - 17 Dec 2024 at 17:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040680-2024 - 14 Oct 2024 at 14:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033016-2024 ## Notice URLs - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/ - https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/maritime-and-coastguard-agency ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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