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CEFAS26-30 Supply of Accoustic Receivers and Tags

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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17 Mar 2026 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), located in Lowestoft, has concluded the procurement process titled "CEFAS26-30 Supply of Acoustic Receivers and Tags." This tender was for the acquisition of acoustic devices necessary for Smelt Scoping Surveys near Sizewell C BEEMS. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract starting on 11 December 2025 and concluding on 6 February 2026. The procurement was conducted directly, below the threshold and without competition, under the legal basis established by UKPGA 2023/54.

This contract signifies an opportunity for businesses specialising in acoustic devices to supply high-tech equipment essential for environmental surveys. With a gross contract value of £34,061.58, it offers a lucrative chance to engage with a renowned UK public authority in the sub-central government sector. RS Aqua Ltd, based in Hampshire, has been successful in securing the contract given their expertise in supplying large-scale acoustic devices. This illustrates growth potential for companies capable of providing goods that align with specific scientific survey requirements, aiding those aiming to expand their clientele in the government sector.

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Notice Title

CEFAS26-30 Supply of Accoustic Receivers and Tags

Notice Description

Contract for the supply of Accoustic Receiver and Tag purchasing for Smelt Scoping Surveys in the vicinity of Sizewell C BEEMS

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066bc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023849-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,384 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 6 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

RS AQUA

Further Information

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