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Cefas: Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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10 Sep 2021 at 13:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal involves the provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicles (USV), specifically the Wave Glider, for ocean survey work. This contract is categorised under pilot services (CPV code 60444100) and has been awarded to RSAqua. The contract was published on 10th September 2021, with a total value of £14,500. The contract period commenced on 6th September 2021 and runs until 28th February 2022. This procurement was executed through a direct method involving a single tender action, below the procurement threshold. The delivery location is in Lowestoft, located in the East of England, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have expertise in piloting unmanned vehicles in aquatic environments. Companies specialising in marine technology, research services, and related fields would find this contract aligned with their capabilities. Engaging in similar services can enhance their portfolio and lead to further collaboration within the environmental and marine industries, driving business growth while contributing to ocean survey efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cefas: Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV)

Notice Description

Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV) Wave Glider for ocean survey work

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-343c965c-4787-48de-a813-64347e7e77d8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3445d78e-08d4-42d3-a672-dbe1d1577700
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60444100 - Pilot services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
5 Sep 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 1-6 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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

RSAQUA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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