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title: "GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS ITT Pulse Trawl Fishing"
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# GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS ITT Pulse Trawl Fishing

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-39101083-d3e5-4a35-9cda-9ed431cdd116

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS ITT Pulse Trawl Fishing" is initiated by Cefas, based in Lowestoft, UK. This contract falls within the fishing-vessel services industry and has an estimated value of £26,000. The procurement method was an open procedure, and it is currently in the Award stage, having been awarded on 14th August 2018. The contract duration commences on 1st September 2018 and concludes on 31st December 2018. The tender period has ended as of 14th August 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fishing and marine research services, particularly for those able to provide pulse trawlers or research vessels. Companies, especially small to medium enterprises (SMEs), with capabilities in marine operations, comparative fishing trials, or those with innovative approaches to fishing technology would be well-placed to compete. The contract aims to enhance understanding of the environmental impacts of trawling methods, offering a platform for businesses to showcase their expertise in sustainable fishing practices.

## Notice

A project dedicated to enhancing the understanding on the impacts of pulse trawling has been commissioned by Defra (UK Government). One component of the project has the objectives to: 'Compare catching performance and measurable impact of a pulse trawl and beam trawl during commercial fishing trials'. To achieve this objective a comparative trial will be carried out and requires access to 1 pulse trawler and 1 beam trawler. The specific objectives of the trial will be to compare the total catch (species, sizes) including benthos, the condition of the catch (vitality, injury), and relative measurable impact (for each tonne of sole caught), between the gears. If you would like more information register at www.delta-esourcing.com access code NNY7K2P3P6. 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/f8124218-a01c-4994-90a0-8cf0909e6e60 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £26,000 |
| 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 | VALIANT TRAWLERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels
- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 34513550 - Survey vessels
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services
- 63726800 - Research vessel services

## Release History

- 15 Aug 2018 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8124218-a01c-4994-90a0-8cf0909e6e60

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8124218-a01c-4994-90a0-8cf0909e6e60
  15th August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=339594183
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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