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title: "CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy"
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# CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46bd4f51-41a3-4907-bb9e-dac8261ec02d

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## Summary

CEFAS (Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science), located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "CEFAS25-09 Contract for emergency vessel charter for recovery of Smartbuoy". This falls under the industry category of "Fishing, emergency and other special vessels" (CPV: 34513000). The tender process, initiated via a single tender action, awarded the contract to Eastern Marine Limited. The tender period ended on 17 January 2025, with the contract period spanning from 20 January 2025 to 31 January 2025. The total procurement value is GBP 85,936.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in vessel charter services, especially those capable of emergency recovery operations. The contract is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their service portfolio. Businesses with expertise in maritime and aquatic recoveries would find this tender relevant, potentially enhancing their competitive edge by demonstrating successful engagement with a reputable public sector entity like CEFAS.

## Notice

Services for vessel charter for emergency recovery of Smartbuoy in the West Gabbard area

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd103df3-248f-4f8d-aaf5-7137dbee9817 |
| 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 | 19 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,936 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,936 |
| 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 | EASTERN MARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2025 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd103df3-248f-4f8d-aaf5-7137dbee9817

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd103df3-248f-4f8d-aaf5-7137dbee9817
  19th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2c3c0af7-153c-4afd-8be8-f239528666a0
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3

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