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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Microplastics Sampling Tawls"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Microplastics Sampling Tawls

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6449d4c0-6790-4ce5-bd99-a52ddd832688

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the purchasing of manta trawls by Cefas, a UK-based research authority located in Lowestoft. The contract, valued at £20,000, is aimed at facilitating research initiatives focused on understanding micro and macro plastic in marine environments, with delivery locations in the Maldives and Sri Lanka. The procurement was classified under research services and marine research services categories, and the contract period spans from 14th January 2021 to 31st March 2021. This tender has reached the award stage as of 1st January 2021, following the tender period that ended on 1st January 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in environmental or marine research products. Companies engaged in manufacturing or supplying fishing tackle or similar goods may find this tender particularly relevant. Businesses that are adept in international logistics and delivery could also benefit, considering the unique shipping requirements to destinations such as the Maldives and Sri Lanka. This opportunity is especially suited for larger enterprises with the capacity to fulfil this specialised procurement requirement.

## Notice

Purchase of manta trawls to be shipped to the Maldives and Sri Lanka to be used by research initiatives to understand micro and macro plastic research.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9e35f6a-9080-4d73-9adb-f796cdd44e4c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 14 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £20,000 |
| 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 | NHBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 37413100 - Fishing tackle
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2021 at 16:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9e35f6a-9080-4d73-9adb-f796cdd44e4c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9e35f6a-9080-4d73-9adb-f796cdd44e4c
  5th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=576623101
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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