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RDE857 - Benefits of underwater structures to cuttlefish egg survival

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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11 Sep 2025 at 12:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), has awarded a contract titled "RDE857 - Benefits of underwater structures to cuttlefish egg survival". The process, conducted under the industry category of Research and Development consultancy services, involved a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £77,000, was awarded to the University of Plymouth, commencing on 19th August 2025 and concluding on 31st March 2026. The research spans multiple locations, including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the UK, and other global regions, with the announcement of the award being published on 11th September 2025.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the research and development sector, especially those interested in maritime and environmental studies. The selective nature of the procurement suggests a targeted approach, indicating that companies with strong capabilities in aquatic research and a presence within the specified regions stand to benefit significantly. Additionally, businesses aligned with environmental strategies and sustainability initiatives could leverage this contract to expand their expertise and project profile, enhancing growth prospects within the field. Although not specifically tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies with specialized skills in marine environment science will find this opportunity particularly fitting.

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Notice Title

RDE857 - Benefits of underwater structures to cuttlefish egg survival

Notice Description

To start tackling some of these gaps so we can continue to move forward with implementing FMPs, Cefas, on behalf of Defra, are commissioning a number of Research and Development (R&D) projects which aim to address some of these evidence gaps. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0a33322-7531-4e08-b944-9c9b3f527735
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aafc51f1-4566-4d11-b030-8a37fc90f677
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
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
£77,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£77,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
Bo-Jess Brooks
Contact Email
bo.brooks@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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