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title: "CEFAS23-81 Contract for whelk sample processing services"
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# CEFAS23-81 Contract for whelk sample processing services

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-85eeb711-17b9-4ffe-a47b-f455a56d753d

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## Summary

The contracting authority, Cefas, has awarded a contract for whelk sample processing services. The procurement method used was a direct procurement through a single tender action, and the contract is valued at £25,316. The contract period runs from May 17, 2023, to March 31, 2024, and the tender period ended on May 16, 2023. The contract is classified under analysis services, and it is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. The contract was awarded to Bangor University. The services are to be provided at various locations including United Kingdom and other international territories.

This contract opportunity presents a chance for businesses specializing in analysis services to expand their portfolios. Small and medium-sized enterprises are particularly well-suited to compete for this tender due to the nature of the service and the procurement method employed. The contract value of £25,316 provides a feasible entry point for SMEs looking to engage in public procurement opportunities. Businesses located in the United Kingdom and overseas territories can benefit from participating in this contract to enhance their expertise and market presence within the analysis services industry.

## Notice

Cefas require provision of analysis services for whelk samples to be measured for morphology (width, length, weight) and dissected to collect data on age and maturity via statolith extraction.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f036a1bd-7a9a-4717-8237-38380f8edce8 |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 16 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 16 May 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,316 |
| 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 | BANGOR UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services

## Release History

- 17 May 2023 at 09:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f036a1bd-7a9a-4717-8237-38380f8edce8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f036a1bd-7a9a-4717-8237-38380f8edce8
  17th May 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2c20c711-caf6-4221-a41c-c64211ade6d7
  Cefas Purchase Order Terms v2

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