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title: "GB-Lowestoft: RFP Desktop Studies"
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# GB-Lowestoft: RFP Desktop Studies

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15418e9b-a3b9-4cd6-8cf9-d794d2495c04

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## Summary

The Cefas organisation based in Lowestoft, UK, is currently conducting a tender titled "GB-Lowestoft: RFP Desktop Studies" aimed at marine research services through an open procurement process. This opportunity, published on 13 August 2018, is part of the Commonwealth Marine Litter Programme (CLIP), which focuses on addressing plastics entering oceans in developing countries. The tender period is open until 31 August 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 30 September 2018, running until 31 January 2019. The value of the contract is between £10,000 and £25,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in marine research and environmental strategies. Businesses that specialise in conducting desktop studies or research services relevant to marine litter and sustainability would be particularly well-suited to participate in this procurement. Engaging in this initiative not only allows for the potential financial reward but also contributes to global efforts in tackling marine pollution and enhancing environmental stewardship.

## Notice

Defra will fund the Commonwealth Marine Litter Programme (CLIP), which will be led by the UK through the Centre for Environment Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas). The programme will support up to six developing countries across the Commonwealth to develop national litter action plans focusing on plastics entering the oceans. Cefas requires the Supplier to complete a series of desktop studies to underpin CLiP activities and recommendations in Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/T75ZAHBUMC Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d50ee01-7002-42cd-a57d-c2a053f31df4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2018 at 15:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d50ee01-7002-42cd-a57d-c2a053f31df4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d50ee01-7002-42cd-a57d-c2a053f31df4
  13th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-RFP-Desktop-Studies/T75ZAHBUMC
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/T75ZAHBUMC

## Provenance

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