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CEFAS23-13 RFQ for a Multibeam Bathymetric Survey within Sizewell Bay, Suffolk

CEFAS

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06 Mar 2023 at 14:19

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06 Mar 2023 at 14:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process is led by Cefas, a contracting authority based in Lowestoft, East of England, United Kingdom. The tender titled "CEFAS23-13 RFQ for a Multibeam Bathymetric Survey within Sizewell Bay, Suffolk" falls under the industry category of bathymetric surveys services. The procurement stage is currently active, with a contract period running from April 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. The tender's total value is £60,000 GBP, with a deadline for submissions set on March 20, 2023.

This tender for a multibeam bathymetric survey presents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in marine studies or surveying services. Businesses capable of delivering precise shallow water surveys within the Sizewell Bay area are well-suited to compete. The open procurement method allows eligible suppliers to participate, with a focus on meeting the technical requirements outlined by Cefas for this scientific research project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS23-13 RFQ for a Multibeam Bathymetric Survey within Sizewell Bay, Suffolk

Notice Description

The BEEMS (British Energy Estuarine and Marine Studies) programme is funded by NNB GenCo (EDF Energy). Through this programme, Cefas provide authoritative scientific information on the marine and transitional waters in the vicinity of potential new build nuclear power stations and require a competent Supplier to deliver the following; Cefas require two shallow water multibeam bathymetric surveys to IHO Special Order (at a minimum) within the Greater Sizewell Bay (GSB). Both surveys will take place over the spring tide windows (4 days approximately), with one in April-May 2023 (the 'Spring Survey') and the second survey in September-October 2023 (the 'Autumn Survey'). Both surveys will require nearshore transects to assess geomorphological changes of two longshore bars, alongside a combination of offshore Areas of Interest (AOI). Backscatter will be required to be processed and delivered for all areas within both surveys. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS23-13 under opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-55789e2f-d9b4-47b4-b242-1a308aab33fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fd29201-f482-4416-95c7-ac5cd6961eaf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71351923 - Bathymetric surveys services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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