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title: "Ground Investigation Sampling"
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buyer: "CITY OF SUNDERLAND"
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# Ground Investigation Sampling

Buyer: CITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61920a36-15b3-4798-90ee-4836c8161075

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Ground Investigation Sampling" was conducted by the City Of Sunderland, focusing on services within the marine research sector. The tender, which is now complete, was initiated to support a marine licence application essential for the capital dredging required for the Tall Ships Event in the River Wear scheduled for July 2018. The procurement method selected was classified under "Other," with a total value of £99,300. The contract commenced on 9th January 2017 and concluded on 28th February 2017. The relevant delivery address for this project is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research and environmental services, particularly those that are small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as the procurement suitability indicates a preference for such entities. Companies with expertise in ground investigation, sampling, and associated services would be well-positioned to leverage this contract type for growth. Engaging with similar public procurement processes can help these businesses gain essential experience and enhance their market presence in related industries.

## Notice

Sampling to support the submission of a marine licence application to facilitate the capital dredging required to enable hosting of the Tall Ships Event in the River Wear in July 2018.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a0ab59b-22ff-4ce6-a8a4-42e6eee9f2b5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2017 - 28 Feb 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £99,300 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,300 |
| 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 | CITY OF SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR2 7DN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Southwick |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CMS GEOTECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2017 at 17:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a0ab59b-22ff-4ce6-a8a4-42e6eee9f2b5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a0ab59b-22ff-4ce6-a8a4-42e6eee9f2b5
  5th January 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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