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title: "GB-Lowestoft: EOI Spurdog By-catch Avoidance Programme 2018"
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# GB-Lowestoft: EOI Spurdog By-catch Avoidance Programme 2018

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ba1d15b-bb3f-4c2f-b602-4a7e79fcc008

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Cefas, a UK-based organisation located in Lowestoft, is for the "GB-Lowestoft: EOI Spurdog By-catch Avoidance Programme 2018". This tender falls under the research vessel services category and is conducted through an open procedure. The key dates include the publication date on 8th May 2018 and a tender submission deadline set for 14th May 2018. The contract period is expected to commence on 21st May 2018 and continue until 31st May 2019, with delivery required in the East of England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in marine research, survey operations, and fishing vessel services. Companies that possess the capacity to operate in the southern North Sea and comply with the outlined criteria will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this programme could help businesses expand their portfolios and establish strong relationships with Cefas and other stakeholders in the marine science community.

## Notice

The Spurdog By-catch and Discard Monitoring Programme in the southern North Sea will provide a detailed understanding of the level of spurdog by-catch and discards, relative abundance and on-deck vitality to inform the 'next steps' and adaption of the Spurdog By-catch Avoidance Programme for the southern North Sea long-line fishery. Cefas are seeking vessels operating in ICES Division IV c for May 2018-May 2019. https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7BM9FHYHZB

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa9f2e3b-a35b-4299-a6c8-e07cf82f575e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 May 2018 - 31 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels
- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 34513550 - Survey vessels
- 34513750 - Light vessels
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services
- 63726800 - Research vessel services

## Release History

- 8 May 2018 at 08:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa9f2e3b-a35b-4299-a6c8-e07cf82f575e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa9f2e3b-a35b-4299-a6c8-e07cf82f575e
  8th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-EOI-Spurdog-By-catch-Avoidance-Programme-2018/7BM9FHYHZB
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7BM9FHYHZB

## Provenance

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