---
title: "Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06147d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2026-02-02"
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# Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations

Buyer: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06147d

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency, a central government public authority, has completed a procurement process titled "Custom Laminates for Seafarer Licence Operations." This contract, under the direct procurement method and considered below threshold without competition, falls within the services category specifically related to printing and related services. Situated in Southampton, UK, the procurement required custom hologram laminates for UK Certificate of Competency cards, aligning with industry code CPV 79800000. The contracting stage reached completion with the contract signed on 8th January 2026, and it was active from 9th January to 9th February 2026. The procurement process adhered to the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the production of custom laminates and related printing services, particularly those capable of handling bespoke design requests such as 'Crown Design' and 'Flag Design' holograms. While the procurement was completed directly without competition, suggesting a strategic selection of the supplier, businesses with expertise in similar specialised areas might consider engaging with similar agencies for future prospects. Small to medium-sized enterprises, like the awarded supplier Plastic Card Solutions, which is based in Swindon, are well-suited to seize such opportunities, leveraging specific expertise in delivering niche, high-quality solutions for public authorities. This contract highlights the potential for specialised printing service providers to align with government requirements for continued business growth in related fields.

## Notice

Custom Laminates for Zebra ZXP9 printer 50 x Custom 'Crown Design' Hologram MCA ID 1 Mil ZXP S9 Top 50 x Custom 'Flag Design' Hologram MCA ID 1 Mil ZXP S9 Bottom These items are required to produce the UK Certificate of Competency cards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009075-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2026 - 9 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,922 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 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 | PLASTIC CARD SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 15:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009075-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009075-2026
  2nd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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