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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas Ferrybox system for the RV Endeavour"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas Ferrybox system for the RV Endeavour

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c7cc714-fc18-4926-9d36-9e87f04e67cd

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## Summary

The Cefas, a UK-based organisation, is currently conducting a procurement process for the "Cefas Ferrybox system for the RV Endeavour." The tender falls under the services industry category, specifically concerning the installation of laboratory equipment. The tender is in the active stage and will close on 29 May 2019. Interested parties should note that the contract value ranges from £50,000 to £100,000 and will commence on 1 June 2019, ending on 30 June 2019. The procurement method selected is the open procedure, allowing for a wider range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the provision of laboratory equipment and related services. Companies with expertise in marine research technologies and the installation of sophisticated environmental monitoring systems would be particularly well-suited to engage in this procurement. By successfully securing this contract, businesses can expand their customer base and enhance their reputation within the scientific and environmental sectors.

## Notice

The proposed Ferrybox system is required to be used on a research vessel with the following sensors - Oxygen Optode, SBE45 Thermosalinograph, Seapoint Chorophyll fluorometer, Seapoint turbidity and Satlantic pH sensor mounting kits and AoA algae analyser with photosynthetic activity including online analyser or equivalent. The Ferrybox system should be self-contained and the computer components isolated from the damp atmosphere. It must be compatible with the Multiparameter Met sensor already installed. We require the ability to request changes to tailor the software to our specific needs with the option to add additional sensor and data. The Ferrybox must fit into the available space in the CTD annex onboard the vessel which is height - 200cm, Depth - 55cm and width - 100cm. FOR FULL DETAILS DOWNLOAD THE TENDR PACKAGE AT: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S8U479Y2XY 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/e855b3ba-2a7b-4a6e-8680-4ab2803db539 |
| 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 | 16 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 63726800 - Research vessel services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 16 May 2019 at 10:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e855b3ba-2a7b-4a6e-8680-4ab2803db539

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e855b3ba-2a7b-4a6e-8680-4ab2803db539
  16th May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-Cefas-Ferrybox-system-for-the-RV-Endeavour/S8U479Y2XY
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/S8U479Y2XY

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