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CEFAS26-34 Fisheries Performance Workshop Support

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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19 Mar 2026 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, who initiated a contract titled "CEFAS26-34 Fisheries Performance Workshop Support." This falls under the services category, specifically technical analysis or consultancy services, for the fisheries industry. The contract involved a direct procurement method, held without competition, as it was below the threshold. The contract was awarded to Seafish, a large-scale organisation based in Edinburgh, and is currently active. It was signed on 13 January 2026 and runs from 14 January to 23 March 2026, with the announcement published on 19 March 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for those skilled in consultancy or technical analysis within the fisheries sector. Businesses capable of providing valuable feedback on proposals and engaging effectively with industry stakeholders in workshops would be well-suited for such contracts. It can foster partnerships with prominent public authorities like CEFAS, enhancing portfolios by participating in specialised projects that support fisheries performance. Opportunities for direct procurement provide a streamlined approach for businesses seeking contract awards without competitive bidding.

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Notice Title

CEFAS26-34 Fisheries Performance Workshop Support

Notice Description

Contract to provide Feedback on a Cefas drafted proposal for a UK versions of Fisheries Performance Indicators. The supplier will provide feedback on the proposal as well as attend a workshop with industry stakeholders to provide support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e49
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024904-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jan 2026 - 23 Mar 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

SEAFISH

Further Information

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