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title: "CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation"
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# CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b61d819-c5aa-43c8-a7fd-04e88c25120c

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## Summary

The public procurement process titled "CEFAS23-31 Development of catch rules for sustainable exploitation" has been undertaken by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS). This tender falls under the marine research services category and is pertinent to sustainable exploitation of data-limited fish stocks. It is classified as a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below threshold. The contract period commenced on 15 September 2025 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2026. The awarded contract carries a value of £30,000, and key stakeholders are situated in various locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Oversea Territories, and others. The procurement stage related to this contract has reached completion, with the award status currently active. The contract was awarded to Sea Plus Plus on 15 September 2025, with the award notice published on 17 March 2026.

The tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in marine research services, particularly those adept at developing catch rules for sustainable fishery management. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially suited to compete for similar future contracts due to the procurement's suitability criteria, fostering opportunities for these enterprises to expand their footprint in the public sector marketplace. Such contracts enable businesses to leverage their expertise in marine conservation, thereby enhancing their portfolio and reputation in sustainable practices aligned with environmental objectives. CEFAS serves as the ideal partner for those aiming to contribute to sustainable fishery practices, presenting them with a robust platform to influence and innovate within the marine research industry.

## Notice

Contribution for the development of Catch rules for the sustainable exploitation of data-limited fish stocks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d41a643-3e0b-4bc3-af9f-97fe3dd8afe1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE |
| 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 | SEA PLUS PLUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d41a643-3e0b-4bc3-af9f-97fe3dd8afe1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d41a643-3e0b-4bc3-af9f-97fe3dd8afe1
  17th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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