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title: "713539451 - HMS CASSANDRA Wreck Survey"
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# 713539451 - HMS CASSANDRA Wreck Survey

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f5e8ffc-c9d9-4ddd-9e35-254e33608253

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## Summary

The procurement process for the HMS CASSANDRA Wreck Survey has concluded with the Ministry of Defence awarding the contract to CWAVES Limited. This contract involves quantity surveying services, particularly focusing on a wreck survey of HMS CASSANDRA near Vilsandi, Estonia. The awarding stage was finalised on 25th June 2025, following an earlier tender period ending on 11th March 2025. The Ministry of Defence, situated in Bristol, was the buyer, utilising a restricted procedure for selecting the supplier. The contract, valued at £791,666.67, runs from 8th May to 2nd September 2025, covering operations across multiple locations including the United Kingdom and European territories.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses with expertise in marine survey services, ROV operations, and environmental management. Given the contract's focus on providing a turnkey survey solution, it is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs with capabilities in underwater surveying and environmental compliance. The Ministry of Defence sought expressions of interest ahead of the award, fostering competitive participation from capable firms. Businesses equipped with the necessary permissions and environmental protection measures can leverage such opportunities for expansion in the maritime surveying industry. The involvement in a diverse geographic scope further broadens potential for international growth and partnership.

## Notice

713539451 - HMS CASSANDRA Wreck Survey Awarded Contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8ad1b90-83d6-4c67-8ee1-dd9c5e39d9c2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2025 - 2 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £791,666 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £791,666 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 8JH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CWAVES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71324000 - Quantity surveying services
- 71354500 - Marine survey services

## Release History

- 25 Jun 2025 at 08:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8ad1b90-83d6-4c67-8ee1-dd9c5e39d9c2
- 19 Dec 2024 at 16:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d727b04-3810-4854-a1fb-67a1ed9e6093

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c8ad1b90-83d6-4c67-8ee1-dd9c5e39d9c2
  25th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6d727b04-3810-4854-a1fb-67a1ed9e6093
  19th December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/58bda32e-138f-4b55-9911-d16d289c3e21
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf66e773-5354-4402-91fa-54bde65ccb7e
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c2b0e9c6-7718-4062-804c-00fe3033828a
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/218076da-1327-4941-a067-77ed1a4658bb
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee71d677-4968-4c0f-9bbc-43cdcf2374d8
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a5d669ce-54ef-4c86-979c-cd75ef11f965
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