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Cefas Weymouth - Ozone ETP Technical Survey and Functional Definition

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), focused on a contract titled "Cefas Weymouth – Ozone ETP Technical Survey and Functional Definition." This undertaking pertains to the civil engineering consultancy service sector, particularly within the public authority sub-central government category. The contract was executed at CEFAS Weymouth, located in the UKH14 region of Lowestoft, United Kingdom. The procurement process, categorised under direct procurement without competition due to its below-threshold value, progressed to the award stage. The contract commenced on 15th May 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 15th November 2026, with a gross contract value of £72,000.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in engineering services, especially those with expertise in technical surveys and the reverse engineering of mechanical, electrical, and control systems. Large-scale enterprises capable of managing live, biosecure environments will find this contract particularly beneficial, as it involves mitigating operational risks and ensuring compliance through comprehensive documentation. Suncombe House, a large enterprise, successfully secured the contract, which demonstrates the kind of capabilities expected to meet the tender's requirements. Businesses with similar profiles can look for future opportunities as CEFAS may require ongoing or additional support for infrastructure and compliance enhancement projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Cefas Weymouth - Ozone ETP Technical Survey and Functional Definition

Notice Description

This contract covers the provision of specialist engineering services to undertake a technical survey and functional definition of the ozone-based Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) systems at Cefas Weymouth. The scope includes detailed site walkdown, asset identification, and reverse engineering of mechanical, electrical, and control systems within a live, biosecure environment. The supplier will produce comprehensive documentation including asset registers, process flow diagrams, and functional descriptions to support safe operation, risk management, and future replacement planning. The work will mitigate operational and compliance risks associated with ageing infrastructure and ensure continuity of critical laboratory functions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06992f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044569-2026
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

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 May 2026 - 15 Nov 2026 6-12 months
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
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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

SUNCOMBE HOUSE

Further Information

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