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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for Improved understanding of underwater collision risks and avoidance of marine renewable energy devices for birds while diving"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for Improved understanding of underwater collision risks and avoidance of marine renewable energy devices for birds while diving

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4803f5a3-2ca6-4c18-9caf-b1cca3d874d1

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## Summary

The Cefas organisation has recently completed a procurement process for a contract titled "Cefas RFQ for Improved understanding of underwater collision risks and avoidance of marine renewable energy devices for birds while diving." This contract, classified under the marine services industry, was valued at £20,200 and follows an open procurement method with an open procedure. The tender period ended on 3rd September 2018, with the contract period commencing on 4th September 2018 and concluding on 31st March 2019. The project's main goal is to gather data on bird collisions with underwater renewable energy devices, an ecological concern with significant implications.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in marine research, conservation strategy planning, and marine survey services. Companies engaged in environmental studies or those with expertise in mitigating wildlife impacts from renewable energy projects would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. Given the innovative nature of the marine renewable sector, firms that offer cutting-edge solutions in reducing ecological risks can leverage this procurement process to enhance their market presence and growth potential.

## Notice

Bird mortality from collisions is a major ecological concern associated with marine renewables. Collisions with wind turbines during flight has been the focus of interest although the interaction of diving birds with submerged renewables is also of interest. Data on the factors influencing collision risk and bird fatality are sparse particularly for diving birds.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a68b90a0-c817-4b0b-834f-d864d26d397d |
| 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 | 11 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Sep 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,200 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,200 |
| 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 | BRITISH TRUST FOR ORNITHOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 71354500 - Marine survey services
- 73112000 - Marine research services
- 90712300 - Marine conservation strategy planning
- 98360000 - Marine services
- 98362100 - Marine-base support services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2018 at 13:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a68b90a0-c817-4b0b-834f-d864d26d397d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a68b90a0-c817-4b0b-834f-d864d26d397d
  11th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=344759180
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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