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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Invitation to Tender for a Common Skate Survey in the Celtic Sea"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Invitation to Tender for a Common Skate Survey in the Celtic Sea

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e51c0597-d1b6-411e-b25f-480972a74ad7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Cefas, the buyer, seeking proposals for the "Invitation to Tender for a Common Skate Survey in the Celtic Sea." This project falls under the category of services related to fishing vessels and fishing-vessel services, with a contract value of £36,000. Located in Lowestoft, UK, this procurement is at the Award stage, with the tender initially closing on 8th September 2016, and the contract period running from 9th September to 27th September 2016. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for broader participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the marine and environmental services sector, particularly those specialising in fisheries or ecological research. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete for this contract, as Cefas identifies the possibility that this contract may cater to their capabilities. Companies with expertise in data collection and analysis of marine species, along with experience in compliance with fisheries policies, are particularly encouraged to explore these opportunities for business growth.

## Notice

The primary aim of the common skate survey is to collect field data on the common skate complex in the Celtic Sea region. The data collected will assist Defra/Cefas in developing a robust case for more effective regional management of common skate in light of the new Common Fisheries Policy Landing Obligation and anticipated species split for common skate (formal recognition of the two species making up the common skate complex). 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/1c84d6b0-9ab6-476e-811c-610aee07d552 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Sep 2016 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2016 - 27 Sep 2016 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATERDANCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 34513000 - Fishing, emergency and other special vessels
- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services
- 77700000 - Services incidental to fishing

## Release History

- 18 Apr 2018 at 09:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c84d6b0-9ab6-476e-811c-610aee07d552

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c84d6b0-9ab6-476e-811c-610aee07d552
  18th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=313464935
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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