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Fishing services for SeaSTORE research project.

PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY

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14 Jul 2026 at 13:33

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Prifysgol Bangor (Bangor University) has recently awarded a contract for fishing services related to the SeaSTORE research project, classified under the goods industry category with a specific focus on fishing vessels. The procurement process, identified by ocid "ocds-h6vhtk-06cae9", followed a direct method below the threshold without competition, signalling a streamlined awarding process. The contracted supplier, Waterdance Ltd, will carry out the work in the United Kingdom's UKK region. The contract period is set from 11th August 2026 to 12th August 2026, with the contract being signed on 10th July 2026. Bangor University, a sub-central government public authority adhering to Welsh devolved regulations, is overseeing this project, ensuring valuable research outcomes.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the fishing and maritime sectors, particularly those experienced in experimental research support and fishing services. SMEs, like the winning bidder, Waterdance Ltd, can leverage such contracts to enhance their operations and engage with research projects backed by esteemed institutions. Companies specialising in maritime equipment or related services could also find future opportunities in similar research-focused tenders, ensuring a broader impact on business growth within the sector. Engaging with projects such as the SeaSTORE research offers businesses a unique niche market that combines academic and commercial interests.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fishing services for SeaSTORE research project.

Notice Description

Fishing activity as part of experimental work for the SeaSTORE project.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cae9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066247-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34513100 - Fishing vessels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Contract Period
10 Aug 2026 - 12 Aug 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BANGOR
Postcode
LL57 2TR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL32 Gwynedd
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gwynedd
Electoral Ward
Glyder
Westminster Constituency
Bangor Aberconwy

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WATERDANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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