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Allonby Bay HPMA Plankton Data Review

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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12 Nov 2025 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), based in London, has completed a public procurement process titled "Allonby Bay HPMA Plankton Data Review". This contract, classified under research and development consultancy services (CPV code 73200000), involved investigating the seasonality of plankton data across different areas, focusing primarily on Allonby and the Solway regions within the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, reaching the award stage on 21 January 2025. The contract period spanned from 16 January 2025 to 31 March 2025, with a total contract value of GBP 3,225, aimed at enhancing marine research capabilities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine biological research and consultancy services. While the contract has already been awarded to The Marine Biological Association of the UK, the procurement process illustrates a growing demand for environmental research services within the public sector. Businesses equipped with expertise in marine data analysis and development consultancy would find opportunities in similar future tenders. Although this specific contract was unsuitable for SMEs and voluntary community and social enterprises, large-scale enterprises with the necessary resources and experience can leverage such contracts to bolster their service portfolio and establish a robust presence in government research engagements.

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Notice Title

Allonby Bay HPMA Plankton Data Review

Notice Description

To investigate seasonality of the zooplankton and phytoplankton data and compare between three areas (Allonby and two areas around Solway). Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c41696ae-192f-4a9f-829b-82e570863e32
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7b8ede4c-158c-47e9-b4aa-1bdbad8d600a
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£3,225 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,225 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

THE MARINE BIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF THE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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