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title: "GB-Lowestoft: for Condition Survey and Valuation of RV Cefas Endeavour"
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# GB-Lowestoft: for Condition Survey and Valuation of RV Cefas Endeavour

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5edaa704-120c-4c04-8b8d-4ef8788ebe10

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, situated in Lowestoft, UK, which is seeking independent services for a condition survey and valuation of the RV Cefas Endeavour. The tender, identified as GB-Lowestoft: for Condition Survey and Valuation of RV Cefas Endeavour, was issued under an open procedure. The contract has been awarded to Houlder Ltd for a total value of £14,600, with the contract period commencing on 9th December 2019 and concluding on 8th December 2024. This process marked the end of the tender period on 5th December 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the marine services industry, particularly those specializing in vessel inspections, maintenance, and valuation services. Small or medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract advantageous, as Cefas has indicated that the procurement process is suitable for them. Companies with expertise in maritime surveys and a capability to undertake thorough inspections and valuations of research vessels would be well-positioned to compete effectively for such contracts.

## Notice

This Invitation to Tender captures two work packages. It is mandatory that these are costed and described separately. Please see attached documents for full details. Whilst in dry dock Cefas require an independent third party to undertake a thorough inspection of the vessel to: *assess whether the condition of the vessel is in line with and contractual compliance (see POM Obligations - Maintenance of RV Cefas Endeavour for further information); and *propose any remedial actions necessary to bring the vessel condition in line with expectations and contractual compliance. Following a market appraisal of similar vessels, size and type, Cefas require a valuation of RV Cefas Endeavour in Great British Pounds Sterling. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aff17a4-4063-48fc-a1a3-6372f15904a6 |
| 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 | 16 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 9 Dec 2019 - 8 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £14,600 |
| 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 | HOULDER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63726800 - Research vessel services

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2019 at 14:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aff17a4-4063-48fc-a1a3-6372f15904a6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aff17a4-4063-48fc-a1a3-6372f15904a6
  16th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=457909411
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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