Tender

CEFAS24-151 ITT for the provision to provide King Scallop Dredge Surveys

CEFAS

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23 Dec 2024 at 11:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Cefas is seeking to procure services through an open procedure for the project titled "CEFAS24-151 ITT for the provision to provide King Scallop Dredge Surveys". This project falls under the industry category of fishing, emergency and other special vessels (CPV 34513000) and is set to take place in the primary fishing grounds around England, including the English Channel, Bristol Channel, and the Yorkshire/Durham coast. The tender process is currently active, and the tender period concludes on 14th February 2025 at 12:00 PM. The awarded contract will commence on 14th March 2025 and run until 13th March 2029. The total value of this contract is estimated at £480,000, with a minimum budget of £400,000. This tender requires comprehensive management of a suitable vessel, including crew, victuals, and fuel for conducting annual dredge surveys in May and September over the contract duration.

This procurement process presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in marine and fishing operations, particularly those with experience in conducting biological surveys and working collaboratively with scientific personnel. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate. Selected businesses will have the opportunity to collaborate with Cefas and Defra, potentially fostering long-term business relationships and gaining recognition for contributing to crucial marine research. The opportunity to acquire a government contract of this scale and duration can bolster a company's portfolio and provide stable financial inflows over the next four years.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS24-151 ITT for the provision to provide King Scallop Dredge Surveys

Notice Description

As part of an ongoing research project, Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys with the aim of determining harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds around England. This Contract seeks to secure a suitable vessel and all management, crew, victuals, fuel, and other services necessary to carry out the requirements. Aims and Objectives The main objectives of the survey will be to: - carry out tows at predetermined survey locations using Newhaven commercial and modified scallop dredges; - count and measure all king scallops in designated survey dredges and retain samples for further analysis in the laboratory; - identify and count bycatch species. Cefas will provide two scientists to oversee the survey operations and undertake the scientific data collection, working with the vessel crew to deliver the objectives of the survey. The Skipper will be required to discuss and agree with the scientists a Detailed Operational Plan (DOP) before commencement of the survey, including the overall objectives and tow locations. This may be done via telephone, video call or onsite visit to the supplier (whatever is more practical with the time permitted). Scope of Requirements Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys to assess harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds of the English Channel, the Bristol Channel, and along the Yorkshire/Durham coast. Over the course of two annual surveys (one in May and one in September), the aim is to carry out a combined total of up to 260 tows, each tow with the gear on the ground for a duration of 15 minutes, at a speed of 2.5-3.0 knots, using a combination of Newhaven commercial and modified scallop dredges which are deployed simultaneously. Please note that the advertised budget represents the full potential contract duration of 4 years. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-151 under opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85140e8c-b969-495b-901f-5a08a3c33ab2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels

34513100 - Fishing vessels

34513550 - Survey vessels

60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Mar 2025 - 13 Mar 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CEFAS
Contact Name
Jade Peek
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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