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CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA

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25 Mar 2025 at 09:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has completed the tender process for a contract titled "CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA". This procurement pertains to the technical analysis or consultancy services category and involves the analysis of sediment samples for carbon to support the mNCEA programme delivery. The location of delivery spans the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally. The tender was conducted via a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action (below threshold). The contract valued at £16,680 was awarded on 12th February 2025 and spans from 13th February 2025 to 21st March 2025. The main procurement stage is marked as complete, with key dates for the tender period ending on 10th February 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technical analysis or consultancy services, particularly SMEs, offering potential growth through collaboration with a reputable governmental scientific organisation like Cefas. Given the nature of the work, companies experienced in environmental analysis, particularly sediment sample analysis, would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The direct procurement method suggests a streamlined process, ideal for businesses looking to secure niche projects within the specified timeframe and budget. The involvement of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) represented by the British Geological Survey as the supplier highlights the specialised nature of the work involved.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA

Notice Description

Contract for the Analysis of sediment samples for carbon to support the mNCEA programme delivery

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-34fab1de-3595-463b-9dd9-3a66e1e1f72a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9134ddd-f207-48af-be96-c73b45c9b33e
Current Stage
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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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,680 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£16,680 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 2025 - 21 Mar 2025 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UKRI AS REPRESENTED BY BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

Further Information

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