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title: "Evaluation of the Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities"
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# Evaluation of the Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b60a637-c839-40ca-88fb-93f90ef811eb

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is inviting bids for the evaluation of the Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities (IFCAs). This project falls under the industry category of research and development services, with a tender value of £91,990. The procurement method adopted is selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period is already closed, having ended on 12 December 2018, while the awarded contract commenced on 9 January 2019 and is set to conclude on 30 June 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in fisheries management, environmental studies, and governance evaluations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, as the project requires a nuanced understanding of the effectiveness of fisheries governance post-EU Exit. Firms that can demonstrate capability in stakeholder engagement and research methodologies may find this an ideal opportunity to collaborate and expand their footprint in the marine and blue economy sectors.

## Notice

This invitation to tender is for an evaluation of the activities, operations, and actions of IFCAs. The evaluation will help inform the future governance and management of UK fisheries and marine environments. In particular, the evaluation shall explore whether IFCAs: - Have the necessary structures and capacities to deliver on the vision for them. - Provided adequate opportunity for all stakeholders to participate in marine and fisheries management. - Have been successful in drawing up bylaws that effectively support environmental, economic, and social sustainability. - Have set and maintained high standards for fisheries research, management, and enforcement. - Have proactively engaged in collaborative and knowledge sharing partnerships. The overarching aims of this research are to: (1) enhance understanding of how effective the design and implementation of the IFCAs has been; and (2) assess and understand the benefits and impacts the IFCAs have provided through their activities; and (3) to identify lessons learnt and best practices to inform the future governance and management of UK fisheries and marine environments (including management of offshore waters). This research will support the development of thinking on England's long-term regulatory support for coastal communities, the marine environment, and the blue economy, post EU-Exit. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The contract was awarded following a call off from the Market Research Framework and therefore the original requirement was not advertised as an opportunity in Contracts Finder

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cd37779-98c8-4ad1-af07-aae0a9e87f61 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £91,990 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £91,990 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RISK AND POLICY ANALYSTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2019 at 14:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cd37779-98c8-4ad1-af07-aae0a9e87f61

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cd37779-98c8-4ad1-af07-aae0a9e87f61
  4th March 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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