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CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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17 Mar 2026 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation" has been undertaken by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS). This tender falls under the marine research services category and is pertinent to sustainable exploitation of data-limited fish stocks. It is classified as a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below threshold. The contract period commenced on 15 September 2025 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2026. The awarded contract carries a value of £30,000, and key stakeholders are situated in various locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Oversea Territories, and others. The procurement stage related to this contract has reached completion, with the award status currently active. The contract was awarded to Sea Plus Plus on 15 September 2025, with the award notice published on 17 March 2026.

The tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in marine research services, particularly those adept at developing catch rules for sustainable fishery management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially suited to compete for similar future contracts due to the procurement's suitability criteria, fostering opportunities for these enterprises to expand their footprint in the public sector marketplace. Such contracts enable businesses to leverage their expertise in marine conservation, thereby enhancing their portfolio and reputation in sustainable practices aligned with environmental objectives. CEFAS serves as the ideal partner for those aiming to contribute to sustainable fishery practices, presenting them with a robust platform to influence and innovate within the marine research industry.

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Notice Title

CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation

Notice Description

Contribution for the development of Catch rules for the sustainable exploitation of data-limited fish stocks

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d41a643-3e0b-4bc3-af9f-97fe3dd8afe1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Sep 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SEA PLUS PLUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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