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title: "CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA"
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# CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34fab1de-3595-463b-9dd9-3a66e1e1f72a

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has completed the tender process for a contract titled "CEFAS25-31 Contract for Analysis of Sediment Samples for mNCEA". This procurement pertains to the technical analysis or consultancy services category and involves the analysis of sediment samples for carbon to support the mNCEA programme delivery. The location of delivery spans the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally. The tender was conducted via a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action (below threshold). The contract valued at £16,680 was awarded on 12th February 2025 and spans from 13th February 2025 to 21st March 2025. The main procurement stage is marked as complete, with key dates for the tender period ending on 10th February 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technical analysis or consultancy services, particularly SMEs, offering potential growth through collaboration with a reputable governmental scientific organisation like Cefas. Given the nature of the work, companies experienced in environmental analysis, particularly sediment sample analysis, would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. The direct procurement method suggests a streamlined process, ideal for businesses looking to secure niche projects within the specified timeframe and budget. The involvement of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) represented by the British Geological Survey as the supplier highlights the specialised nature of the work involved.

## Notice

Contract for the Analysis of sediment samples for carbon to support the mNCEA programme delivery

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9134ddd-f207-48af-be96-c73b45c9b33e |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2025 - 21 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £16,680 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,680 |
| 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 | UKRI AS REPRESENTED BY BRITISH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2025 at 09:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9134ddd-f207-48af-be96-c73b45c9b33e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9134ddd-f207-48af-be96-c73b45c9b33e
  25th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/64be92da-ba89-4aa1-a26d-ce0a39376c82
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3

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