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title: "Cefas: Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV)"
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# Cefas: Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-343c965c-4787-48de-a813-64347e7e77d8

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal involves the provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicles (USV), specifically the Wave Glider, for ocean survey work. This contract is categorised under pilot services (CPV code 60444100) and has been awarded to RSAqua. The contract was published on 10th September 2021, with a total value of £14,500. The contract period commenced on 6th September 2021 and runs until 28th February 2022. This procurement was executed through a direct method involving a single tender action, below the procurement threshold. The delivery location is in Lowestoft, located in the East of England, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have expertise in piloting unmanned vehicles in aquatic environments. Companies specialising in marine technology, research services, and related fields would find this contract aligned with their capabilities. Engaging in similar services can enhance their portfolio and lead to further collaboration within the environmental and marine industries, driving business growth while contributing to ocean survey efforts.

## Notice

Provision of services to pilot unmanned surface vehicle (USV) Wave Glider for ocean survey work

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3445d78e-08d4-42d3-a672-dbe1d1577700 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 5 Sep 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,500 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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 | RSAQUA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60444100 - Pilot services

## Release History

- 10 Sep 2021 at 13:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3445d78e-08d4-42d3-a672-dbe1d1577700

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3445d78e-08d4-42d3-a672-dbe1d1577700
  10th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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