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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas Undulate ray survivability in the Lyme Bay otter trawl fishery"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas Undulate ray survivability in the Lyme Bay otter trawl fishery

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9be6369c-39ce-478e-aad4-69407175ccf8

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## Summary

The Cefas organisation is currently involved in a procurement process for the project titled "Cefas Undulate ray survivability in the Lyme Bay otter trawl fishery," classified under the fishing vessels industry. The tender period concluded on 21st August 2017, with the contract awarded on the same date. This project aims to estimate the survival rate of discarded juvenile and adult undulate ray, with fieldwork scheduled between July and October 2017, and a contract period extending from 22nd August to 31st October 2017. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fishing services, particularly those with expertise in otter trawling in the Lyme Bay area. Companies that possess relevant fishing vessels and skilled skippers experienced in working with undulate ray are well-positioned to compete. It is important to note that while the contracting authority is particularly supportive of small or medium enterprises (SMEs), selection criteria will be strictly based on the specified requirements of the project. Participation in such projects can help businesses expand their operations and gain valuable experience in environmental stewardship practices.

## Notice

PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE FULL DETAILS BY REGISTERING AT https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z25AAZ8YW6 The primary objective of this project is to estimate survival rate of discarded juvenile and adult undulate ray (Raja undulata) caught in the Lyme Bay undulate ray otter trawl fishery. The information may be used to support an application for exemption from the Landing Obligation (LO) under the high survival provision. The information on undulate ray discard survival may be used to supplement management advice, in particular in constructing Discard Plans and evidencing applications for exemptions to the Landing Obligation (LO) for undulate ray under the high survival provision. The trials will take place between July 2017 and October 2017. The work will involve a maximum of 6 days of fishing under charter, possibly spread over several weeks, with a possible routine of a few day's fishing followed by several days monitoring the survival of undulate ray returned to an onshore tank system. The study will involve the capture and release of live undulate ray that have been tagged using data storage tags, as well as the retention and landing of live undulate ray in tanks for captive monitoring studies. The survey will require two scientists to be onboard the vessel while fishing. This tender is seeking an otter trawler, with a skipper experienced in fishing for undulate ray in the Lyme Bay study area. 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/143a0ff4-713e-4c09-9d50-c7993dc58e10 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 21 Aug 2017 - 31 Oct 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,160 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,160 |
| 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 | MARK CORNWELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2017 at 13:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/143a0ff4-713e-4c09-9d50-c7993dc58e10

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/143a0ff4-713e-4c09-9d50-c7993dc58e10
  23rd August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=275446077
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Z25AAZ8YW6

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