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title: "Sound Trap study"
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# Sound Trap study

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-55d42cf2-96c3-4a7c-bb00-6f64c9e34d12

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Sound Trap study," conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focuses on research services related to environmental monitoring and wildlife preservation. The tender period concluded on 8 January 2018, with the contract awarded on 8 February 2018 for a total value of £24,950. The contract commenced on 1 February 2018 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2018. The relevant locations for delivery include the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, highlighting the geographical scope of this procurement.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses engaged in environmental research and monitoring, particularly those specialising in wildlife preservation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that possess expertise in marine biology and ecological studies would be well-positioned to compete. The importance of reducing bycatch in UK waters reflects a growing demand for innovative approaches, creating a conducive environment for business growth in this sector.

## Notice

This study will continue the development of the four channel sound traps and begin to investigate porpoise movements around static nets. It will seek to answer some initial questions, including: is there independent evidence that they can detect nets (i.e. deliberate avoidance); how often do they come very close to nets; are they feeding on or near nets; and does the presence other species (dolphins) affect the way they behave? This will enhance our understanding to the causes of bycatch and will help in the development of effective bycatch mitigation measures. Reducing bycatch in UK waters is an Ministerial priority and has been publicly committed to on several occasions in recent months. 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. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034e0d5b-659e-4794-a66f-30d33ee6b2e8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award of contract without prior publication of a contract notice |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £24,950 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction
- 92534000 - Wildlife preservation services

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2018 at 09:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034e0d5b-659e-4794-a66f-30d33ee6b2e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/034e0d5b-659e-4794-a66f-30d33ee6b2e8
  20th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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