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title: "RFQ for Two Mini remote operated vehicles"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3c8ad8e3-436c-49e6-af87-0c5ec2f81eba"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# RFQ for Two Mini remote operated vehicles

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c8ad8e3-436c-49e6-af87-0c5ec2f81eba

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the acquisition of two mini remotely operated vehicles by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, aimed at supporting the monitoring of shallow water habitats and species with high-definition video capabilities. This procurement is classified under the goods category and falls within the CPV classification codes for cameras and remote-control equipment. The tender was open until 10 December 2020, and the contract was awarded on 8 January 2021, with a total value of £11,500. The contract period spanned from 18 January to 18 February 2021, and the delivery location is in the East of England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in technology and equipment related to remote-operated vehicles and camera systems. Companies that provide innovative solutions in the field of underwater observation or those involved in video surveillance technology would be well-suited to compete in this market. The open procurement method indicates a welcoming environment for both small and medium enterprises to participate, potentially fostering growth through the provision of specialised equipment in a niche sector.

## Notice

Requirement: 1. 2 x Mini remotely operated vehicles are required for the collection of HD videos for the monitoring of shallow water (less than 100m) habitats and species. The system should include cable, cable management system, and interface for the viewing of live footage and controlling of the ROV in real-time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/736e2d95-1cb8-4ee2-86ae-3a86674e8768 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2021 - 18 Feb 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,500 |
| 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 | BUCCANEER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38651000 - Cameras
- 38820000 - Remote-control equipment

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2021 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/736e2d95-1cb8-4ee2-86ae-3a86674e8768

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/736e2d95-1cb8-4ee2-86ae-3a86674e8768
  26th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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