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CEFAS25-114 Seabed Natural Capital Evidence (eDNA-Enabled)

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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20 Mar 2026 at 18:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a public authority within the sub-central government, has awarded the contract titled "CEFAS25-114 Seabed Natural Capital Evidence (eDNA-Enabled)" under the industry category of research laboratory services. This procurement process took place in Lowestoft, UK, and focused on developing a seabed natural capital evidence base using eDNA amplicon sequencing of marine samples. The contract was awarded to the Earlham Institute following a direct procurement method below the threshold and was without competition. The procurement stage has progressed to the award and contract phase, with the contract active from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental research and marine biodiversity, particularly those capable of handling eDNA sequencing projects. Large scale enterprises with expertise in laboratory services would be well-suited to engage with such contracts. Collaborating with government bodies like CEFAS allows for expansion in the field of environmental science and reinforces a company's presence and credibility, potentially opening doors to further contracts in the public sector. The existing relationship with known suppliers, such as the Earlham Institute, demonstrates the value of possessing niche capabilities and the ability to deliver specialised services.

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Notice Title

CEFAS25-114 Seabed Natural Capital Evidence (eDNA-Enabled)

Notice Description

Development of a novel seabed natural capital evidence base, assessing state, functions and services at baseline and under pressure, using biodiversity change and eDNA amplicon sequencing of marine samples.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0670d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025999-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,096 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20256 months ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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

EARLHAM INSTITUTE

Further Information

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