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Ocean Country Partnership Programme: Maldives Shark diving codes of conduct, Fuvahmulah, Maldives

JNCC SUPPORT CO

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29 Jul 2024 at 13:29

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01 May 2024 at 14:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) has awarded a contract under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) titled "Maldives Shark diving codes of conduct, Fuvahmulah, Maldives." This project, classified under Environmental Services (CPV 90700000), focuses on developing shark diving codes of conduct and exploring the requirements for a shark dive guide certification training programme in Fuvahmulah. The procurement process was conducted using an open procedure and took place in the East of England region. Key dates include the tender publication on 1st May 2024, tender period ending on 15th May 2024, and the start and end dates of the contract being 29th May 2024 and 21st March 2025, respectively. The total contract value is £35,000, awarded to MARECO Expeditions, and is suitable for SMEs.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those with expertise in marine biodiversity and sustainable tourism. The focus on developing best practice guides and scoping training programme requirements highlights prospects for companies experienced in environmental consultancy, ecotourism, and professional training services. As the project aims to implement and improve shark diving practices, businesses with a track record of collaboration with local governments and stakeholders for environmental conservation projects will be well-positioned to benefit and foster growth through participation in this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ocean Country Partnership Programme: Maldives Shark diving codes of conduct, Fuvahmulah, Maldives

Notice Description

Background to Project JNCC co-leads the Marine Biodiversity theme of the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP), a UK government-led programme under the Blue Planet Programme. More information on the OCPP can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/blue-planet-fund/ocean-country-partnership-programme-ocpp. Since 2021 the OCPP has been working in collaboration with the Government of Maldives providing technical assistance for MPAs. In 2023/24 the OCPP supported a review of shark diving practices at Fuvahmulah to inform the Maldives Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy (MCCEE) and Fuvahmulah City Council (FCC) of current management measures and best practice options. This contract focuses on the development of shark diving codes of conduct tailored to Fuvahmulah, based on best practices highlighted in the 'Review of shark diving practices at Fuvahmulah, Maldives' report, and the contractor and local stakeholder expertise and experience. Additionally, the contract seeks to scope requirements for the development of a shark dive guide certification training programme for local dives guides to undertake (noting this contract does not include the delivery of this training at this stage). If interested in this project potential bidders are invited to download the zip file and complete the acceptance form of our terms and conditions attached to the invitation to tender letter (ITT).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2f066019-4e47-4377-be08-d8f055f978c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1eef9992-d029-4b8b-805f-af96540f42ca
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,168 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 May 2024 - 21 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JNCC SUPPORT CO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PETERBOROUGH
Postcode
PE2 8YY
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Fletton and Stanground
Westminster Constituency
North West Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MARECO EXPEDITIONS

Further Information

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