--- title: "Innovative Technological Solutions For Sea Fisheries Control And Enforcement - Traceability" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2020-01-15" --- # Innovative Technological Solutions For Sea Fisheries Control And Enforcement - Traceability Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-be5d3f71-5a00-499a-bbe5-e850c4430abf.json) ## Summary The UK Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has initiated a tender titled "Innovative Technological Solutions For Sea Fisheries Control And Enforcement - Traceability," aimed at improving the traceability of fish products from catch to plate. This process falls under the services category, specifically around technical analysis or consultancy services. The tender is currently in the active stage and is set to close on 4th February 2020. The contract period will commence on 18th February 2020 and is expected to run until 29th May 2020. The procurement method used is an open procedure for projects below the threshold of £50,000, with the delivery of services expected across the UK and British Overseas Territories. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in technological innovations related to the fisheries industry. Companies specialising in traceability technologies, software development for tracking systems, and consultancy services geared towards compliance with food laws would find this opportunity particularly relevant. As consumer demand for sustainable and responsibly sourced fish increases, businesses that can demonstrate solutions for enhanced traceability will be well-positioned to gain market advantages and improve their visibility within the sector. ## Notice Defra and the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) would like to better understand the practicalities of using innovative technologies to improve traceability for fish and fish products through all stages of production. A desk-based exercise is required to collate and assess the work ongoing within governments (including EU or other third countries) as well as in the private and charity sectors with regard to traceability systems which are relevant to fisheries traceability. The challenges to fisheries control and enforcement exist throughout the whole supply chain from catch to plate. As consumers become more concerned about the sustainability of our oceans and fisheries, there is a drive to assure the provenance of fish for sale. Traceability is a key means by which to demonstrate whether a fish product is responsibly and sustainably sourced, allowing it to be tracked through its journey, for example from when the fish is caught or harvested to the first point of sale, through processing and through the retail stage to the customer in line with current food law. Developments in traceability technologies may be able to enhance current systems in the UK achieving full traceability from fish catch to plate. This will help to deliver additional benefits including increased consumer confidence in the provenance of fish and fish products. Traceability technology will also enable fishers to keep their own records of traceable information which fishers could make available to Fisheries Authorities on request; or could be passed on throughout the supply chain, e.g. auction markets, processors, retailers etc. Such information in the hands of fisher enhances the chances of more producers gaining industry accreditation, e.g. MCS listing and so boost their marketability. This project will explore current technologies within the UK and other countries (including the EU and internationally) and assess their applicability for fish traceability from catch to plate, in line with requirements for other food products. We would like to know what best practices there are and if they are transferable to the UK fishing industry. What technologies or processes are likely to help the UK achieve the highest standards of traceability and compliance? What technology is available to support this? What technology developments are likely to be helpful? We would also like recommendations as to what fisheries areas are most suitable for potential trials of promising technologies or systems. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab499fab-dd53-4c7d-953a-f94d49603b61 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 15 Jan 2020 | | Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Feb 2020 - 29 May 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | YORK | | Post town | York | | Postcode | YO1 7PX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE21 York | | Local authority | York | | Electoral ward | Guildhall | | Westminster constituency | York Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services ## Release History - 15 Jan 2020 at 16:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab499fab-dd53-4c7d-953a-f94d49603b61 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab499fab-dd53-4c7d-953a-f94d49603b61 15th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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