Tender

North-East Atlantic Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) Scheme 2023 - 2027 Opportunistic macroalgae/Seagrass percent cover (OMC) and Opportunistic macroalgae biomass (OMB) ring tests

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Tender

27 Jul 2023 at 14:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs has initiated a tender titled "North-East Atlantic Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) Scheme 2023 - 2027 Opportunistic macroalgae/Seagrass percent cover (OMC) and Opportunistic macroalgae biomass (OMB) ring tests" in the marine research services category. This opportunity, using a competitive quotation procurement method, aims to enhance quality control in marine biological monitoring through running ring tests for 4 years starting from September 2023. The deadline for submitting quotations is 18:00 BST on Monday 28th August 2023.

This tender by DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS provides opportunities for businesses involved in marine research services to participate and contribute towards marine ecological monitoring quality assurance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly suited for this opportunity. The contract offers a period of 4 years, with the potential for 2 one-year extensions depending on supplier performance. Businesses interested in enhancing their capabilities in marine research and biological monitoring should consider applying for this tender.

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Notice Title

North-East Atlantic Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) Scheme 2023 - 2027 Opportunistic macroalgae/Seagrass percent cover (OMC) and Opportunistic macroalgae biomass (OMB) ring tests

Notice Description

"The North-East Atlantic Marine Biological Analytical Quality Control (NMBAQC) scheme aims to enhance quality control in marine biological monitoring. The contract is required for the running of the NMBAQC Opportunistic Macroalgae percentage cover (OMC) and biomass (OMB) ring tests as part of the ongoing requirements of the NMBAQC scheme in developing and delivering quality assurance and analytical quality control protocols for marine ecological monitoring requirements. The contract will run for 4 years (initial 2 years with 2 x 1 year extensions subject to supplier performance) from September 2023. The percentage cover ring test (OMC) allows comparison of participants' assessments between labs and between individuals. It tests participants' ability to assess the presence and density of algae and seagrass. Annual reports providing the results of the OMC ring test will be required. The biomass ring test (OMB) allows comparison of participants' assessments between labs. It is designed to assess participants' efficiency and accuracy in processing algal biomass samples and to highlight areas of difference among participants or laboratories. It also looks at any differences between the quadrat assessment methods used to ensure these are comparable and consistent across labs and participants. Annual reports providing the results of the OMB ring test will be required. The exercises may be used by participants either as a performance indicator or as a training exercise." Additional information: "To apply for this opportunity, please submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the attached Request for Quotation (RFQ) document. Please send your response to graham.phillips@environment-agency.gov.uk by 18:00 BST on Monday 28th August 2023. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity please submit these via email to graham.phillips@environment-agency.gov.uk by 18:00 BST on Monday 14th August 2023. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers."

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/d25c94c3-7a91-49bd-b03f-e7e21cf9d518
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 4-5 years
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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9ES
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Twerton
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Further Information

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