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title: "CEFAS24-154 Contract for support for onboard fish measurement box during vessel survey"
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# CEFAS24-154 Contract for support for onboard fish measurement box during vessel survey

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b004c02-5abf-40c1-97a1-19204cf4f40c

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has completed the tender process for the "CEFAS24-154 Contract for support for onboard fish measurement box during vessel survey" in the technical support services category. The procurement method was direct, specifically a single tender action (below threshold). Though the contract covers various regions, its primary focus is the United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period ending on 22 August 2024 and the contract period starting on 23 August 2024, concluding on 30 November 2024. The total value of this contract is estimated at £200,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime technology and technical support services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to engage, given the suitability requirements outlined. The procurement process's direct method and relatively small scope make it accessible for niche providers with specific expertise in onboard measurement systems. Smart Sea Systems AS has been awarded the contract worth £16,169, providing ample evidence that businesses of a similar size and capability are well-suited to compete for such opportunities with Cefas in the future.

## Notice

Support services during vessel survey for specialist measurement box onboard vessel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a4b592d-15c4-4f2b-acc6-1c984b92e6be |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2024 - 30 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £16,169 |
| 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 | SMART SEA SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71356300 - Technical support services

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2024 at 13:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a4b592d-15c4-4f2b-acc6-1c984b92e6be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4a4b592d-15c4-4f2b-acc6-1c984b92e6be
  1st November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/39e81e79-b315-4d5d-9572-37a97c4d0e68
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v3

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