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title: "CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)"
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# CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e4886a1-c310-4f53-acfc-0c79e6380ba2

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## Summary

The tender issued by the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) seeks to procure Attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (ATR-FTIR) instruments for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP). The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a deadline for submission set for November 21, 2023. The contracting authority is based in Lowestoft, GB, and operates within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category. The contract is valued at £250,000 and is being conducted through an open procedure (above threshold), with the contract period expected to run from December 12, 2023, to March 31, 2025.

This opportunity for the provision of ATR-FTIR instruments presents a chance for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment and installation services to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in research laboratory services could find this tender particularly suitable for business growth. The procurement offers an opportunity for selected organisations in countries such as Ghana and Bangladesh to enhance their microplastics analysis capabilities, contributing to the broader goals of the Ocean Country Partnership Programme in marine pollution mitigation and the establishment of Marine Protected Areas.

## Notice

The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) was announced in 2021 as a key bilateral aid programme under the PS500m Blue Planet Fund. The OCPP is a UK Government-led programme delivered under the Blue Planet Fund. Through this programme, Cefas, in partnership with the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), provide technical assistance to support countries in tackling marine pollution, support sustainable seafood practices, and establish designated, well-managed and enforced Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Cefas require provision of multiple Attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (ATR- FTIRs) as part of the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) programme across multiple countries. Portable ATR-FTIRs are required to ensure the delivery of key tasks for this project including the creation of microplastic laboratory facilities in-country, for the identification of plastics in environmental samples. ATR-FTIR spectroscopy is a useful technique for measuring the infrared spectra of solids and liquids as well as probing adsorption on particle surfaces. The ATR- FTIR will be used by the OCPP participating countries during their microplastic monitoring programmes for cross analysis and polymer identification for quality assessment and quality control purposes. Installation and training onsite by the successful Tenderer will contribute towards the capacity building for microplastics analysis. At present, Cefas require provision of 3 units for the following organisations: 1. Ghana - The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) 2. Ghana - Centre for Coastal Management (CCM) based at the University of Cape Coast 3. Bangladesh - Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh The anticipated value for the purchase of the 3 currently required units is PS80-90k. Cefas may require further ATR-FTIR units for other locations under this programme of work and this Contract will cover provision of additional units up to a total Contract value of PS250,000. Please note that any purchase beyond the current requirement of 3 units is not guaranteed. To view this opportunity please go to https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found searching 'CEFAS23-67 ITT for provision of ATR-FTIR instruments for the OCPP' via the find opportunities function.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7611036-eb83-4808-8be6-0ededa0c7b0c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Dec 2023 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51 - Installation services (except software)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2023 at 12:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7611036-eb83-4808-8be6-0ededa0c7b0c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7611036-eb83-4808-8be6-0ededa0c7b0c
  20th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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