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title: "CEFAS: Provision of vessel services to deploy and recover Waverider buoys"
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# CEFAS: Provision of vessel services to deploy and recover Waverider buoys

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ccd42bfb-77e7-400b-b8e1-1646c11cb0a1

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, under the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeking vessel services for the recovery and re-deployment of Waverider buoys in the Tyne and Tees area. The contract, classified under research vessel services, has a total value of £72,000 and followed a direct procurement method through a single tender action due to its low value. The contract period commenced on 20 September 2021 and concluded on 20 October 2021. The tender was completed before the deadline of 17 September 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the maritime services industry, particularly those offering vessel operations and related logistical support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the necessary capabilities to provide vessel services to governmental organisations will find this contract especially relevant. Companies with experience in marine research support and buoy deployment are particularly encouraged to explore similar opportunities in future tenders.

## Notice

Cefas require a suitable vessel to recover and re-deploy two Waverider buoys in the Tyne and Tees area.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6f3e3c-0f6f-452b-a53b-e92b64e31051 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2021 - 20 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £72,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,000 |
| 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 NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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 | TRINITY HOUSE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63726800 - Research vessel services

## Release History

- 13 Oct 2021 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6f3e3c-0f6f-452b-a53b-e92b64e31051

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0d6f3e3c-0f6f-452b-a53b-e92b64e31051
  13th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7fdcd4c6-355a-4871-9d15-9d9dc7eca0f2
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