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Another Market Engagement stage is planned for June 2026, following this review. \nAreas, the MCA would like further information on include: \na) Build on the findings of the previous market engagement and seek clarity on key areas to inform further development of the SSUN, including removing any unnecessary barriers to keep participation in the competition as broad as possible. \nb) Seek further information on cost drivers to determine a final cost envelope. \nc) To understand where the MCA may be able to provide support in discussions with regulatory bodies, to overcome regulatory barriers. \nd) To understand whether collaboration between market participants may be necessary to meet the MCA’s requirements and establish how the MCA can facilitate. \ne) To understand whether there is non-airborne technology available that would support delivery of this requirement. \nIf you wish to participate in this consultation, and have not previously engaged with the Authority, you are required to create an account on Jaggaer if you do not already have one. \nThe portal can be accessed using the following link: \nhttps://dft.app.jaggaer.com/ \nOnce you have accessed the e-procurement portal, please navigate to pqq_758 - Provision of Aerial Surveillance for HMCG - Registration of New Interest, to register an interest. 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However, they undertake a range of other missions in support of wider MCA objectives and those of other government departments.\nIn addition the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) require an Aerial Surveillance service to provide near real time situational awareness in support of specialised SAR operations.\nTherefore the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is planning to undertake a procurement for this additional Aerial Surveillance service. HMCG will procure for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance assets that can supply the information required. 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Once registered you will be sent further information. \nIf you have previously answered the Market Questionnaire, information will be sent via the Jaggaer portal and no further action is necessary." }, { "releaseID": "042914-2026", "releaseDate": "2026-05-11T11:56:31+01:00", "releaseTag": [ "planning" ], "value": "The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) are grateful for all responses to the Market Consultation Questionnaire in January 2026. \nWe are currently looking to refine the current Single Statement of User Need (SSUN) shared alongside the questionnaire in response to this feedback and would like to gain a better understanding of the information provided as part of the requirements review. 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