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title: "Discovery Phase for Fisheries Transformation"
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# Discovery Phase for Fisheries Transformation

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cfd78f7a-9742-4936-b81b-8ae788a9e167

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Discovery Phase for Fisheries Transformation" is being carried out by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. This project falls under the "services incidental to fishing" industry category and has a contract value of £200,000 plus VAT and expenses. The procurement method utilised is a selective, restricted procedure. The tender period ended on 9 October 2017, and the contract was set to commence on 20 November 2017, with completion scheduled for 22 December 2017. The contract may be extended depending on the agreement regarding further phases of the project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in economic and social research services, particularly those engaged in fisheries management and compliance solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, fostering innovation and diverse perspectives in the project's execution. Businesses that are well-versed in user research, stakeholder engagement, and the fishing industry landscape will find this tender particularly relevant as they can contribute valuable insights and methodologies during the discovery phase.

## Notice

Original Contract - 8 weeks from 25/09/17 -20/11/17 PS200,000 + VAT + expenses This contract may be extended for up to 12 weeks from commencement for the discovery phase. Subject to agreement a further extension period may be agreed for the Alpha phase which must not exceed the GDS guidelines. 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/50d2a995-edef-4b71-92ad-f6d330ed97ab |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2017 - 22 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ENGINE PARTNERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 77700000 - Services incidental to fishing
- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2018 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50d2a995-edef-4b71-92ad-f6d330ed97ab
- 11 Dec 2017 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93bdf28a-5f5c-42c5-bee2-2c40ca30bfdc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50d2a995-edef-4b71-92ad-f6d330ed97ab
  19th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93bdf28a-5f5c-42c5-bee2-2c40ca30bfdc
  11th December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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