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title: "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for AIS ship-tracking data for the North East Atlantic during 2018 and 2019"
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# GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for AIS ship-tracking data for the North East Atlantic during 2018 and 2019

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8582839-4151-45da-b6ab-da409cbcccdc

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## Summary

The procurement process for supplying decoded satellite AIS data is being conducted by Cefas, located in Lowestoft, UK. The tender, titled "GB-Lowestoft: Cefas RFQ for AIS ship-tracking data for the North East Atlantic during 2018 and 2019," falls under the database services industry category. The tender is currently in the active stage and was published on 15th October 2019, with a submission deadline set for 22nd October 2019. The total value of the contract is £25,000, with a minimum threshold of £10,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of participation. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 24th October 2019 and will conclude on 28th October 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in data services, database systems, or relevant technology. Businesses equipped to provide quality assured satellite data or similar services are well-suited to compete. Companies engaged in database management, data entry, or data transmission services could find this contract aligns with their capabilities, enabling them to expand their operations and establish a partnership with the contracting authority, Cefas.

## Notice

To supply decoded satellite AIS data for the complete calendar years 2018 and 2019, covering the area 29 N to 90 N and 42 W to 13 E. This dataset should consist of the individual ship transmissions with the transmitted AIS fields. The dataset should be cleaned and quality assured to remove extraneous sources (e.g. helicopters, lighthouses). FOR FULL DETAILS DOWNLOAD THE TENDER PACKAGE AT : https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/BA43YXNPE7 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/6f8bb3bd-a9fa-4379-847d-1bd6d9773503 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2019 - 28 Oct 2019 |
| 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

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48610000 - Database systems
- 60640000 - Shipping operations
- 63726100 - Vessel registration services
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services
- 63726800 - Research vessel services
- 72300000 - Data services
- 72310000 - Data-processing services
- 72312000 - Data entry services
- 72313000 - Data capture services
- 72318000 - Data transmission services
- 72319000 - Data supply services
- 72320000 - Database services
- 72322000 - Data management services

## Release History

- 15 Oct 2019 at 11:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f8bb3bd-a9fa-4379-847d-1bd6d9773503

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f8bb3bd-a9fa-4379-847d-1bd6d9773503
  15th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-Cefas-RFQ-for-AIS-ship-tracking-data-for-the-North-East-Atlantic-during-2018-and-2019/BA43YXNPE7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/BA43YXNPE7

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