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title: "CEFAS: Provision of services for camera installation on fishing vessels"
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# CEFAS: Provision of services for camera installation on fishing vessels

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-742c55e3-6aeb-41aa-abab-2c3f43926c2a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CEFAS: Provision of services for camera installation on fishing vessels" is conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This initiative falls under the marine research services category and aims to support the monitoring of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna tagging. The procurement method used is a direct single tender action, with the tender period having concluded on 30th September 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £28,970, commenced on 1st October 2021 and is set to finish on 31st March 2022, with services being delivered primarily in Lowestoft, England and extending to various locations including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses focused on marine services and technology, particularly those experienced in camera installation and marine research operations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be especially well-suited to participate in similar future tenders, leveraging their agility and tailored service offerings. The project underscores the importance of operational innovation in sustainable fishing practices, creating avenues for growth and collaboration within the marine industry.

## Notice

Cefas require the provision of services to install cameras onboard recreational fishing vessels taking part in the CHART programme, to monitor the process of tagging the Atlantic Bluefin Tuna.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/941f3cc3-4ed5-4afc-9962-1017579a31f2 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,970 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,970 |
| 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 | 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 | TECMARINE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 17 Nov 2021 at 13:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/941f3cc3-4ed5-4afc-9962-1017579a31f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/941f3cc3-4ed5-4afc-9962-1017579a31f2
  17th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0fd2b75e-185d-4b87-9ada-90ea0b2cda07
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