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title: "CEFAS21-17 RFQ for Satellite Data"
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# CEFAS21-17 RFQ for Satellite Data

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3eca59d6-11a2-4a64-b9b6-d7b91431bf99

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## Summary

The Cefas (Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science), operating under the UK Government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), is currently inviting quotations for the procurement titled "CEFAS21-17 RFQ for Satellite Data." This procurement falls within the satellite-related communications equipment industry, with an estimated value of £35,000. The tender process is open and runs until 12:00 on 12th February 2021. The required deliverables involve high-resolution satellite imagery covering the areas of interest in Antigua, Barbuda, and Redonda, with precise specifications outlined for delivery and data quality.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in satellite data acquisition and processing. Businesses with capabilities in providing high-resolution satellite imagery, particularly those familiar with environmental and marine applications, will find this procurement particularly well-suited to their offerings. Furthermore, the open procurement method allows small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete, fostering a diverse pool of suppliers and encouraging innovation in data services tailored for governmental and public sector needs.

## Notice

Cefas (The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science) the 'Authority', is an Executive Agency of the UK Government's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). It is an applied science agency that primarily supports government decision making whilst extending its reach across the public sector, the EU and wider markets where possible in regard to marine and closely related environments. Cefas require a quotation for WorldView 3, 30cm resolved 8-band satellite imagery to cover the attached Areas of Interest (the islands and nearshore waters of Antigua, Barbuda and Redonda). To confirm the specifications: - WorldView 3 (WV2 if absolutely necessary) Archived Satellite Data - 1704 km2 total AOI (across three islands) - 30cm resolution optimum, 50cm (max) - Mixed use (we require both terrestrial and marine coverage) - reduced glint if possible, should marine work be undertaken with the data - Orthorectified (1:5,000 scale ortho accuracy), level 2A (bottom of atmosphere reflectance) product - Raw imagery to be provided - Associated RPC files - Less than or equal to 15 % cloud cover (optimum would be < 5%) - As recent as possible (2020 or 2021) no seasonal specifics - Off nadir angle of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b49e5ea1-7d0d-4b98-ab9e-70a3f1869b54 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2021 - 26 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32530000 - Satellite-related communications equipment
- 72319000 - Data supply services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2021 at 16:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b49e5ea1-7d0d-4b98-ab9e-70a3f1869b54

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b49e5ea1-7d0d-4b98-ab9e-70a3f1869b54
  3rd February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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