Tender

GB-Lowestoft: Cefas TrawlLight SW

CEFAS

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10 Jul 2017 at 13:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cefas organisation is seeking submissions for the tender titled "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas TrawlLight SW," aimed at investigating new light technology to enhance selectivity in the South West otter trawl fishery. This public procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 24 July 2017. The contract is expected to involve fishing activities between August 2017 and December 2017, with a total estimated budget of £25,000. The procurement method applies an open procedure, classified under the CPV code for fishing vessels, and is targeted at economic operators within the UK and surrounding regions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the fishing and related services sectors to showcase their expertise in trawl operations and innovations in gear selectivity. Businesses with experience in fishing technology, particularly those capable of demonstrating knowledge in using modified trawls, will be well-suited to compete. Engagement in this project could not only enhance business visibility within the industry but also foster partnerships that improve sustainability practices in fisheries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Lowestoft: Cefas TrawlLight SW

Notice Description

This is an exciting opportunity to test new light technology in the South West. This tender is seeking a twin-rig trawler with skipper who can demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience of the SW otter trawl fishery. Recent Fisheries Science Partnership (FSP) projects have made considerable progress in improving the selectivity of otter trawls in the English SW fishery. Previous work has concentrated on increased mesh size, altered mesh geometry and escape panels, but new technologies now offer the potential to improve selectivity further. Specifically, the use of artificial light in trawls is increasingly being tested to modify the behaviour of fish during the capture process, with some dramatic results in bycatch reduction. Building on the progress made in the TrawlLight scoping study in the North Sea (2015), artificial lights will be sourced and tested in a comparative gear trial in the South West of England, using modified trawl designs. The aim will be to investigate the potential for artificial lights to improve selectivity, by reducing unwanted catches (e.g. quota limited species) whilst maintaining catches of other commercially important species (e.g. squid and cuttlefish). The trials will take place between August 2017 and December 2017. The expected work is likely to involve 12 days of fishing under charter, possibly divided into two or more periods. For further information, please download the tender pack: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/9BS7D43Q27 Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/976b66b3-c464-4021-a880-087855a108a9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34513100 - Fishing vessels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2017 - 31 Dec 2017 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CEFAS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Further Information

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