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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Otolith preparation and age estimation"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Otolith preparation and age estimation

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-11603d10-d182-4907-bca5-abf418ff4abd

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, the buyer based in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, seeking services for "Otolith preparation and age estimation". This contract falls under the marine research services category with a contract value of £12,000. The procurement stage is at the Award phase, having been awarded on 28th December 2020, with the contract period extending from 1st January 2021 to 31st December 2021. The tender addressed the need to process and report on approximately 1,000 otoliths from tropical species under the Blue Belt programme.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research, laboratory services, and experimental development. Companies with expertise in processing biological samples and those specialising in scientific research methodologies would be particularly well-suited to compete. The contract's value and the focused nature of the requirements create a viable avenue for companies looking to expand their portfolio in the marine science sector.

## Notice

To process, read, age and report on ~1,000 otoliths from tropical species for St Helena under the Blue Belt programme

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/361f1029-d601-4c0c-8712-7b6df96c8216 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £12,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £12,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CEFAS |
| Locality | LOWESTOFT |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR33 0HT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield |
| Westminster constituency | Lowestoft |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FISH AGEING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2021 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/361f1029-d601-4c0c-8712-7b6df96c8216

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/361f1029-d601-4c0c-8712-7b6df96c8216
  18th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=561492027
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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