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title: "GB-Lowestoft: FSP (2017-18) (53)"
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# GB-Lowestoft: FSP (2017-18) (53)

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dcd29118-581e-4971-88af-4b08a40e8829

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Cefas in Lowestoft, involves the tender titled "GB-Lowestoft: FSP (2017-18) (53)," which falls under the industry category of fishing vessels. The open procedure is currently in the Tender stage, with bids due by 9th June 2017. The total contract value is set at £25,000, with a minimum value of £10,000. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2017 and run until 30th November 2017. This opportunity is particularly relevant to businesses operating in the East of England.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the fishing and maritime services sector to engage in a collaborative project aimed at enhancing fisheries science. Given the nature of the contract, businesses involved in maritime services, fishing vessel operation, or scientific research related to marine environments would be particularly well-suited to compete. The project allows SMEs to leverage their expertise and potentially secure long-term partnerships with public institutions.

## Notice

FISHERIES SCIENCE PARTNERSHIP: FSP (2017-18) (53) WESTERN CHANNEL SOLE & PLAICE (WEST) A Fishery Science Partnership (FSP) involving the fishing industry, Defra and Cefas scientists was established in 2003. Defra announced that the FSP will continue to be funded for 2017/18 and may be extended for a further two years to 2019/20. FOR FULL DETAILS DOWNLOAD THE TENDER PACKAGE AT:https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/855458GD8P Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13ebccdc-0ef7-4505-8d0d-dc009ba9001e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2017 - 30 Nov 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels

## Release History

- 16 May 2017 at 14:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13ebccdc-0ef7-4505-8d0d-dc009ba9001e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13ebccdc-0ef7-4505-8d0d-dc009ba9001e
  16th May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-FSP-%282017-18%29-%2853%29/855458GD8P
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/855458GD8P

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