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title: "Supply of UK Strategy for Ocean Acidification Monitoring and the Global Ocean Acidification - Observing Network - North East Atlantic Hub"
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# Supply of UK Strategy for Ocean Acidification Monitoring and the Global Ocean Acidification - Observing Network - North East Atlantic Hub

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6af129e8-f5cb-410a-ab7c-c51deb4a2792

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which is responsible for the tender titled "Supply of UK Strategy for Ocean Acidification Monitoring and the Global Ocean Acidification - Observing Network - North East Atlantic Hub." This initiative falls within the research and development services sector and is located in the UK, including British Overseas Territories. This contract was awarded for a total value of £89,699, following a direct procurement method described as a single tender action below the threshold. The contract period commenced on 1st December 2018 and will run until 31st October 2019, with the tender period concluding on 15th October 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the environmental consultancy and marine science sectors, particularly those involved in oceanographic research and monitoring. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to participate, given the nature of the work and contract value. Companies that specialise in developing monitoring frameworks or have relevant expertise in ocean acidification would be positioned to grow by engaging with this contract, enabling them to expand their influence within the UK's environmental initiatives post-Brexit.

## Notice

This project aims to further develop a strategy by which the UK can implement a co-ordinated and sustained monitoring programme for Ocean acidification (OA) in the UK and UKOT (UK Overseas Territories) waters. Further, the project will enable UK scientists to continue to play an internationally recognised leadership role within the Global Ocean Acidification Observation Network (GOA-ON). In particular, by developing a working framework for the North East Atlantic regional hub. These activities will allow the UK to guide and influence the monitoring activities taking place in those areas that have a direct influence on the waters around the UK. This is especially pertinent given that on leaving the EU, after Brexit, the UK will need to demonstrate continued leadership in these international issues, and take ownership of monitoring of waters that are currently regulated under European policies and frameworks. 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/4c4fcba0-25e4-4e55-930a-bd5ea9118187 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 31 Oct 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £89,699 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £89,699 |
| 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 | PLYMOUTH MARINE LABORATORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 13 May 2019 at 15:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c4fcba0-25e4-4e55-930a-bd5ea9118187

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c4fcba0-25e4-4e55-930a-bd5ea9118187
  13th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7308072d-c0ac-4896-8c5c-6bfcc728df5a
  n/a
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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