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title: "Nat - Eel Screen Inspection Programme - Phase 1 & 2A - JBA"
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# Nat - Eel Screen Inspection Programme - Phase 1 & 2A - JBA

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2897cc1-1e82-4def-8a7d-d3f4d011befe

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## Summary

The public procurement process, led by DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs), is for the "Nat - Eel Screen Inspection Programme - Phase 1 & 2A - JBA" under the industry category of technical inspection services (CPV 71631000). The project involves inspection and maintenance services for the National Eel Pass Asset Improvement Programme, with coverage extending to regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage has reached the award phase with a contract value of £28,000 GBP. The contract is set to commence on 11th November 2024 and end on 31st January 2025, following a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the tender period ending on 1st November 2024 and the award date on 4th December 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in technical inspection services, especially those with capabilities in infrastructure maintenance and environmental management. Companies with relevant experience and expertise can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolios and build strong partnerships with reputable governmental bodies like DEFRA. While SMEs and VCSEs may not be targeted, larger enterprises and specialised firms within the specified regions can find ample growth potential through participation in such high-impact, government-backed projects.

## Notice

Inspection and maintenance for the National Eel Pass Asset Improvement Programme. Phase 1 & 2A JBA

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cb5d8cb-bc69-4657-9f91-701153dfb1f3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 11 Nov 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA |
| Locality | PETERBOROUGH |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE2 8YY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH41 Peterborough |
| Local authority | Peterborough |
| Electoral ward | Fletton and Stanground |
| Westminster constituency | North West Cambridgeshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JEREMY BENN ASSOCIATES LIMITED (T/A JBA CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71631000 - Technical inspection services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2025 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cb5d8cb-bc69-4657-9f91-701153dfb1f3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cb5d8cb-bc69-4657-9f91-701153dfb1f3
  23rd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0548c977-3e26-4bbf-a821-182dc322648c
  Nat Eel pass programme - PSC Contract - JBA - Fully Signed 04-12-24_Redacted

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