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CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy

CEFAS

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19 Mar 2025 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

CEFAS (Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science), located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy". This falls under the industry category of "Fishing, emergency and other special vessels" (CPV: 34513000). The tender process, initiated via a single tender action, awarded the contract to Eastern Marine Limited. The tender period ended on 17 January 2025, with the contract period spanning from 20 January 2025 to 31 January 2025. The total procurement value is GBP 85,936.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in vessel charter services, especially those capable of emergency recovery operations. The contract is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their service portfolio. Businesses with expertise in maritime and aquatic recoveries would find this tender relevant, potentially enhancing their competitive edge by demonstrating successful engagement with a reputable public sector entity like CEFAS.

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Notice Title

CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy

Notice Description

Services for vessel charter for emergency recovery of Smartbuoy in the West Gabbard area

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-46bd4f51-41a3-4907-bb9e-dac8261ec02d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd103df3-248f-4f8d-aaf5-7137dbee9817
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,936 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,936 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

EASTERN MARINE

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