CEFAS25-48 Contract for BEEMS Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) surveys at Hinkley Point C

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a public authority within the sub-central government of the United Kingdom, managed the procurement process for a contract titled "CEFAS25-48 Contract for BEEMS Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) surveys at Hinkley Point C." This tender, relevant to the services industry category, was conducted directly but below the competition threshold, highlighting a non-competitive procurement method. The services involved include intertidal Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) flights to monitor potential coastal changes for the Hinkley Point C Nuclear New Build project. The location for these services is Lowestoft, and key contract dates range from 1st February 2025 to 30th September 2025, with the possibility of extending if urgent regulatory needs arise. The procurement stage is complete, with Marine Science Support Ltd awarded the contract.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental monitoring and aviation technology services, particularly those offering remote piloted aircraft operations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) similar to Marine Science Support Ltd could be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes, as the contract reflects a demand for niche expertise in survey services and regulatory compliance within environmental projects. The direct awarding approach, devoid of extensive competition, can serve as a strategic advantage for businesses able to establish effective relationships with contracting authorities like CEFAS, potentially leading to future collaborative opportunities.

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CEFAS25-48 Contract for BEEMS Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) surveys at Hinkley Point C

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

10th June 2025 08:05:05 AM
Contract Summary

Provision of services to conduct intertidal Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) flights to monitor potential coastal change and intertidal algal coverage for Hinkley Point C Nuclear New Build project to meet regulatory environmental monitoring requirements.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0545c2

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Without Competition

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

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Awarding Authority

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

Buyer Name

Holly Power

Buyer Email

procure@cefas.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Pakefield Road

Lowestoft

NR33 0HT

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

MARINE SCIENCE SUPPORT LTD

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CEFAS25-48 Contract for BEEMS Remote Piloted Aircraft (RPA) surveys at Hinkley Point C

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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