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title: "CEFAS23-120 ITT for Scallop Dredge Surveys"
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# CEFAS23-120 ITT for Scallop Dredge Surveys

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49baf755-bb23-47b8-99c6-d09ef20d81ac

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## Summary

The buying organisation for this public procurement contract is Cefas, based in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. The title of the tender is "CEFAS23-120 ITT for Scallop Dredge Surveys" within the industry category of Fishing vessels. The procurement stage is currently in the Tender phase, with a tender deadline of 5th January 2024. The contract period is set to start on 1st May 2024 and end on 30th April 2028, with a total contract value of £500,000.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specializing in the hire of vessels with crew to bid for a contract involving conducting scallop dredge surveys. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete due to their flexibility and adaptability. Businesses with experience in marine research services and fishing operations would find this tender particularly relevant and beneficial for business growth.

## Notice

As part of an ongoing research project, Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys with the aim of determining harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds around England. This tender seeks to secure a suitable vessel and all management, crew, victuals, fuel, and other services necessary to carry out the requirements. The main objectives of the survey will be to: - carry out tows at predetermined survey locations using standard commercial and modified scallop dredges; - count and measure all king scallops in designated survey dredges and collect samples for further analysis in the laboratory; - identify and count bycatch species. Cefas will provide two scientists to oversee the survey operations, working with the vessel crew to deliver the objectives of the survey. The Skipper will be required to discuss and agree with the scientists a Detailed Operational Plan (DOP) before commencement of the survey, including the overall objectives and tow locations. This may be done via telephone, video call or onsite visit to the selected tenderer (whatever is more practical with the time permitted). Please note that the initial contract period is for one year, and 3 x 12 month extensions may be awarded subject to receiving further funding however, these extensions are not guaranteed. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS23-120 under opportunities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1e1add7-712d-4735-862c-1ccbf99e0891 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2023 at 12:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1e1add7-712d-4735-862c-1ccbf99e0891

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1e1add7-712d-4735-862c-1ccbf99e0891
  30th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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