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RDE969 - MMO1477 Pinger feasibility study: engaging with stakeholders on the fe

MARINE MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION

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23 Jan 2026 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO), based in London, has concluded a procurement process for a feasibility study concerning the use of pingers to reduce harbour porpoise bycatch from gillnets. This contract falls under the industry category of Research and Development Consultancy Services (CPV 73200000) and was awarded to the University of Plymouth, with a total value of £46,150. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period spans from 23rd January 2026 to 31st March 2026, covering delivery across multiple regions including British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in marine ecosystem research and related technologies. Companies and organisations that have expertise in environmental consultancy services and marine technology development could find this tender beneficial for expanding their portfolio in innovative marine solutions. While the awarded supplier is an educational institution, research and consultancy firms could also leverage such opportunities to collaborate with organisations like the MMO in future procurement projects aimed at environmental conservation and sustainable fishing practices.

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Notice Title

RDE969 - MMO1477 Pinger feasibility study: engaging with stakeholders on the fe

Notice Description

The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) are currently looking at potential options to reduce bycatch (incidental capture) of harbour porpoise from gillnets. Pingers are small cylindrical devices that emit sound and are highly effective at reducing porpoise bycatch from gillnets. Contract awarded by Defra.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5ee7528-c29f-49c5-a26c-6b5bec99d8a8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b55c69ca-5cf6-42c3-b328-c01e72913bbb
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
£46,150 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,150 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 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
MARINE MANAGEMENT ORGANISATION
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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