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title: "Hire of Shipping Agents for Emergency Response Work"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069217"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY"
published: "2026-05-06"
---

# Hire of Shipping Agents for Emergency Response Work

Buyer: MARITIME AND COASTGUARD AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069217

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## Summary

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has successfully completed the contracting process for the "Hire of Shipping Agents for Emergency Response Work." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically for the hire of vessels with crew, and pertains to emergency response work during the SOLONG and Stena Immaculate incident. The agency, based in Southampton, contracted Pentagon Marine Limited, a large supplier located in Stallingborough. The procurement method was direct and below threshold, meaning it was awarded without competition. The contract was signed on 14 September 2025 and covered the period from 15 to 22 September 2025, with a total value of £17,400.41.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the maritime and logistics industries, particularly those offering shipping and crew services. Given the nature of the emergency response work, companies with expertise in mobilising resources quickly and efficiently will find a strategic advantage. Additionally, businesses looking to expand their operations within government contracts or enhance their credibility by working with national agencies, such as the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, would be well-suited to consider such opportunities as they can foster potential long-term partnerships and open pathways to further contracts in a niche and essential field.

## Notice

Hire of Shipping Agent for Tug vessels relating to emergency response work during the SOLONG and Stena Immaculate incident.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041360-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 22 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,500 |

## 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 | PENTAGON MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

## Release History

- 6 May 2026 at 08:58 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041360-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041360-2026
  6th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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