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CEFAS24-123 Contract to conduct Education Awareness Programme in Madagascar for under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

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Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has completed a contract titled "CEFAS24-123 Contract to conduct Education Awareness Programme in Madagascar for under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)". This project falls under the industry category "Operation of an educational centre" with a CPV code of 80490000. The tender involved a single tender action under the procurement method "direct," with the procurement process culminating in an award announced on 10 February 2025. The contract, valued at £100,000, commenced on 4 February 2025 and will conclude on 31 March 2025. While primarily located in Madagascar, deliverables will impact various regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and British Overseas Territories.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses engaged in education, marine conservation, and environmental consultancy. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the project's objectives of developing educational materials, conducting awareness campaigns, and training sessions. Businesses that can provide culturally relevant content and demonstrate a commitment to long-term marine conservation will find this contract conducive to growth, fostering partnerships with conservation organisations in Madagascar and beyond. This initiative is an excellent opportunity for companies aiming to expand their footprint in international environmental education and conservation efforts.

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Notice Title

CEFAS24-123 Contract to conduct Education Awareness Programme in Madagascar for under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

Notice Description

The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) was announced in 2021 as a key bilateral aid programme under the PS500m Blue Planet Fund. The UK is working with partner countries to deliver marine science technical assistance across the 3 core themes of marine pollution, biodiversity loss and supporting sustainable seafood. Between 2021-26, Cefas lead delivery of the OCPP, working in partnership with experts from the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). This Contract aims to raise awareness and educate primary and secondary school students (ages 5-18) in Madagascar on the marine conservation issues addressed by the OCPP. The objectives include developing engaging and culturally relevant educational materials, implementing a comprehensive awareness campaign, and conducting interactive workshops and training sessions for students and educators. The initiative will also involve regular evaluation and reporting to assess the effectiveness of the campaign and ensure its alignment with the OCPP's goals, ultimately fostering a generation that values and actively participates in marine conservation. In addition, the cultivation of a cooperative network of pre-existing conservation and education organisations in the targeted regions is a desired outcome, to use existing knowledge and initiates, resulting in a network committed to long term cooperation and continuation of the goals of this Contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e0be744-2c5c-4d5b-a41e-611930577aea
Current Stage
Award
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80490000 - Operation of an educational centre

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CEFAS
Contact Name
Holly Power
Contact Email
procure@cefas.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

3 V4 DECEMBER 2023 CLASSIFICATION: OFFICIAL CONSERVATION CENTR

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