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title: "GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS EOI Opportunity to take part in the tagging of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)"
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# GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS EOI Opportunity to take part in the tagging of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ddbf092-5d17-46fa-bbc5-55cf20909ed3

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by Cefas, a UK-based research authority, for the opportunity titled "GB-Lowestoft: CEFAS EOI Opportunity to take part in the tagging of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)." This tender, classified under "Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods," falls within the services industry category and is located in Lowestoft, UK. The current stage is Tender, with applications due by 26th July 2019. The contract period is set to start on 1st August 2019 and will conclude on 30th November 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting a wide range of submissions.

This tender presents notable growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in services related to fishing vessels and survey operations. Businesses that provide vessels for maritime research or specialise in fisheries management would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Participation in this project not only enhances visibility but also fosters partnerships with Cefas and associated institutions, which could lead to further collaborative endeavours in marine research and environmental monitoring.

## Notice

Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods. Fishing, emergency and other special vessels. Fishing vessels. Survey vessels. Research vessel services. Fishing-vessel services. Cefas and the University of Exeter are collaborating on a research project to provide a baseline understanding of the ecology of Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus; ABFT) in waters of the British Isles. The project is supported by the Department for Food, Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF). To respond to this opportunity or to find out more, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/F86GB777V8 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/f2674b2d-1f9d-438d-984d-7ee74ea4a549 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2019 - 30 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods
- 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels
- 34513550 - Survey vessels
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services

## Release History

- 19 Jul 2019 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2674b2d-1f9d-438d-984d-7ee74ea4a549

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2674b2d-1f9d-438d-984d-7ee74ea4a549
  19th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-CEFAS-EOI-Opportunity-to-take-part-in-the-tagging-of-Atlantic-Bluefin-Tuna-%28ABFT%29/F86GB777V8
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/F86GB777V8

## Provenance

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