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title: "CEFAS23-120 Contract for Scallop Dredge Surveys"
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# CEFAS23-120 Contract for Scallop Dredge Surveys

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aede8eaf-4933-407c-8c33-66cb1c5a9e89

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## Summary

The contracting authority, Cefas, has awarded a contract for the procurement stage 'Award' titled 'CEFAS23-120 Contract for Scallop Dredge Surveys' in the industry category 'Fishing vessels'. The tender is open procedure (above threshold) with a value of £430,000. The tender period ended on 5th January 2024, and the contract period spans from 26th February 2024 to 25th February 2028. The location includes British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and others.

This procurement process by Cefas offers business growth opportunities, particularly for companies involved in services related to fishing vessels. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender well-suited for their participation. The contract entails conducting dredge fishing surveys to determine the harvestable biomass of king scallops around England, involving operations overseen by two Cefas scientists and a Skipper. The contract also allows for potential extensions based on further funding availability, presenting long-term prospects for interested businesses.

## Notice

As part of an ongoing research project, Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys with the aim of determining harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds around England. This contract secures a suitable vessel and all management, crew, victuals, fuel, and other services necessary to carry out the requirements. The main objectives of the survey will be to: - carry out tows at predetermined survey locations using standard commercial and modified scallop dredges; - count and measure all king scallops in designated survey dredges and collect samples for further analysis in the laboratory; - identify and count bycatch species. Cefas will provide two scientists to oversee the survey operations, working with the vessel crew to deliver the objectives of the survey. The Skipper will be required to discuss and agree with the scientists a Detailed Operational Plan (DOP) before commencement of the survey, including the overall objectives and tow locations. This may be done via telephone, video call or onsite visit to the selected tenderer (whatever is more practical with the time permitted). Please note that the initial contract period is for one year, and 3 x 12 month extensions may be awarded subject to receiving further funding however, these extensions are not guaranteed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9034373d-ca7f-44b0-96fc-27fb7e5b970d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2024 - 25 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £430,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £430,000 |
| 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 | EVENING STAR FR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2024 at 11:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9034373d-ca7f-44b0-96fc-27fb7e5b970d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9034373d-ca7f-44b0-96fc-27fb7e5b970d
  8th March 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8ab09214-a493-4aaa-a7c4-5a455d22b966
  CEFAS23-120 Contract for Scallop Dredge Surveys - complete_Redacted

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