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CEFAS25-35 the Provision of Africa Regional Support Requirements

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Jun 2025 at 09:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

11 Apr 2025 at 08:14

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) pertains to a contract titled "CEFAS25-35 the Provision of Africa Regional Support Requirements." Classified under the service industry, this contract supports international projects addressing marine pollution and sustainable seafood practices across various African countries. The contracting process has progressed to the award stage, with the initial tender initiated on 11 April 2025. The completion of the award occurred on 2 June 2025. The contract is set between 9 June 2025 and 9 June 2027, involving a call-off contract value of up to £130,000. This procurement was conducted as an open competition below threshold, aligning with UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, and is facilitated by numerous UK government arm's length bodies, including Defra and the Marine Management Organisation.

This procurement presents robust opportunities for businesses specialising in event management and regional support services, particularly those with expertise in the African region. The contract, awarded to Event Perfekt Global Ltd, showcases a preference for SMEs, indicating that similar companies with an in-depth understanding of local African markets and cultural nuances can substantially benefit from such contracts. Businesses adept at managing events, ensuring sustainable practices, and procuring local services are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities. The focus on obtaining competitive quotes from local suppliers underscores the importance of value for money and sustainability, presenting a growth pathway for businesses pioneering efficient and eco-friendly event solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CEFAS25-35 the Provision of Africa Regional Support Requirements

Notice Description

Cefas, along with other UK government Arm's Length Bodies (ALBs), lead and deliver a variety of international projects across the African region, supporting countries to tackle marine pollution, support sustainable seafood practices and establish designated, well-managed and enforced MPAs. These programmes include the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) and the Animal Health Systems Strengthening project, among others. See the Cefas website for further detail on where we work and the programmes Cefas is currently involved in. As part of this work, Cefas hold workshops, conferences, and other events of this nature across the African region, to engage with in-country partners and stakeholders. Cefas requires the Supplier to provide regional support for a number of activities related to these events. This Contract will be awarded by Cefas as the Contracting Authority, with the following included as Authorised Users with access to the Contract as per the Conditions of Contract: Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), Marine Management Organisation (MMO) and Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC). The Contract will be awarded as a Call-Off Contract, up to a maximum value of PS130,000 including VAT, over the full Contract period. Cefas is unable to guarantee the value of work that will be awarded within that maximum value. Cefas is unable to confirm the number or scale of events that may require support, but we will endeavour to notify the awarded Supplier as far in advance as is possible. 3. Scope of Requirements At present, Cefas may require support in the following countries where there are active projects: * Ghana * Zambia * Uganda * Senegal * South Africa * Mozambique * Madagascar * Sierre Leone * Nigeria This is not a definitive list, and it is expected that further countries within Africa may be added throughout the duration of this Contract. It is essential that the Supplier has knowledge and expertise of local suppliers in-region and/or in-country, as well as a strong understanding of business and cultural practices and expectations. Where the Supplier is required to procure services as per below, a minimum of 3 quotes will be obtained (where possible) to ensure best value for money, and these will be provided to Cefas or the Authorised User for consideration before proceeding. The Supplier is required to keep a thorough record of, and provide to Cefas where requested, quotations, invoices, receipts and any other financial transactions. Cefas will provide further information on specific requirements to the awarded Supplier. The Supplier will consider sustainability and minimise environmental impact as much as is possible, in providing the required services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0500fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029025-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20258 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2025 - 9 Jun 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
Laura Anderson
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

EVENT PERFEKT GLOBAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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