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RDE782 Assessing UK Industry Practices and Animal Numbers in Decapod

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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18 Mar 2025 at 10:06

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has concluded the procurement process for the research project titled "RDE782 Assessing UK Industry Practices and Animal Numbers in Decapod". The tender, classified under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV code: 73200000), aims to assess and standardise practices related to decapod crustaceans and cephalopod molluscs across various UK supply chains. The procurement, managed through a selective call-off from a framework agreement, had its tender period ending on 6th March 2025, awarded on 7th March 2025, with the contract commencing on 13th March 2025 and concluding on 8th August 2025. The total contract value is £45,000, and the project encompasses diverse locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and consultancy services, particularly those specialising in environmental and marine studies. SMEs and VCSEs are well-suited to compete for such contracts given their capacity for detailed niche analyses and innovative research methodologies. The successful execution of the contract by Poseidon Aquatic Resource Management Ltd highlights the chance for similar firms to leverage their expertise in such specialised fields, contributing to both their growth and the advancement of industry standards. The involvement of a well-regarded buyer like DEFRA adds prestige and potential for long-term collaborations in future endeavours.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE782 Assessing UK Industry Practices and Animal Numbers in Decapod

Notice Description

The overall purpose of this research is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of current practices for capturing, handling, storing, selling, transporting, and slaughtering decapod crustaceans and cephalopod molluscs throughout different UK supply chains. The research will attempt to quantify (where data permits) the prevalence of these practices and develop standardized conversion metrics to estimate the number of animals involved.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a20a552a-4b6c-4634-bfbe-f39b0b13bd9d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2afbd1f-5cc4-47f6-a99c-45e7b8c5166b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
13 Mar 2025 - 8 Aug 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
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

POSEIDON AQUATIC RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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