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title: "Development of an Aquaculture Strategy for England"
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buyer: "SEA FISH INDUSTRY AUTHORITY"
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# Development of an Aquaculture Strategy for England

Buyer: SEA FISH INDUSTRY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abe64cb1-0714-4aa3-93ac-70b34dbbc639

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## Summary

The Sea Fish Industry Authority is currently inviting tenders for the development of an Aquaculture Strategy for England. This procurement process falls under the research services category, specifically targeting consultancy services. The open procedure is active, with the tender period ending on 17 April 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 4 May 2020 and run until 30 September 2020. Interested parties should be aware that bids must be submitted by the deadline to be considered for this opportunity.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and consultancy in the aquaculture sector. Companies that excel in qualitative and quantitative research, strategic development, and stakeholder engagement would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The bid value is set at £24,950, making it accessible for small and medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio in a niche industry that focuses on sustainable practices.

## Notice

Tenders are invited to develop a robust English Aquaculture Strategy via research and stakeholder engagement. Seafish requires a consultant, researcher, agency, and/or consortium that will be able to deliver the following activities and outputs: - Bespoke research and stakeholder engagement resulting in a progressive, realistic Strategy that helps to guide England's aquaculture sector toward a sustainable and thriving future. - Attend two formal meetings with the SF2040 Aquaculture Leadership Group. The consultant/ researcher/ agency /consortium should have demonstrable experience in: - Aquaculture - Qualitative and quantitative research methods to gain information and data and to test ideas - Strategic thinking and writing in plain English with a strong narrative supported by robust analysis and excellent use of graphics where relevant - Presenting results in an articulate and dynamic manner More information can be found in the attached invitation to tender document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e0084c3-8677-4a21-8783-8981e4246e0a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 May 2020 - 30 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £24,950 |
| 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 | SEA FISH INDUSTRY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH7 4HS |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Leith Walk |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLM Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2020 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e0084c3-8677-4a21-8783-8981e4246e0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3e0084c3-8677-4a21-8783-8981e4246e0a
  26th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/caa33092-c6ac-4b2b-b7b9-e3e1c5e2a10c
  ITT - Seafood 2040 - TD2020-009
- https://www.seafish.org/article/tenders
  ITT Seafish Link

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