--- title: "CEFAS22-04 RFQ Marine benthic macroinvertebrate analysis of Lyme Bay disposal" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2022-01-18" --- # CEFAS22-04 RFQ Marine benthic macroinvertebrate analysis of Lyme Bay disposal Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f1f694b0-7ead-4c82-a415-572160eafc1a.json) ## Summary The Defra Network eTendering Portal is inviting tenders for the project titled "CEFAS22-04 RFQ Marine benthic macroinvertebrate analysis of Lyme Bay disposal." The procurement process, which is currently in the Tender stage, offers analysis services within the environmental sector. This open procurement, valued at £12,000, has a tender submission deadline of 25 January 2022. The contract is expected to commence on 1 February 2022 and conclude on 31 March 2022, with services to be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom and other British Overseas Territories. This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in environmental analysis services. Businesses with expertise in sediment sample processing, taxonomic identification, and compliance with the NMBAQC guidelines would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this project could enhance visibility and establish long-term partnerships within the public sector, fostering future growth opportunities in similar environmental service sectors. ## Notice This request for quotation is for the processing of 30 sediment samples (10 stations with triplicate samples) to extract and identify all biota retained following sieving on a 1.0 mm capture mesh, as per the NMBAQC guidelines detailing extraction and identification protocols. In addition to this there is a requirement to ensure these data are audited as per the NMBAQC Own Samples protocol prior to submission to Cefas (Hall, 2019). http://www.nmbaqcs.org/media/1764/os686970_summary-report.pdf Enumeration, identification and biomassing to the lowest possible taxonomic level should be carried out following the NMBAQC Processing Requirement Protocol and Taxonomic Discrimination Protocol. Biomass (wet weight in grams to at least 4 d.p.) is required for all enumerable taxa. Balances must be serviced annually and a valid service certificate must be supplied with this tender. https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/93670305017E6DC0540C Additional information: Bravo E-tendering Portal - managing procurement on behalf of Cefas https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Thank you for your interest in tendering for this requirement, You will need to access the documents through Bravo Solutions portal using the link provided. If you are new to Bravo, you are required to register as a supplier: 1) Visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose (usually your email address) and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email (check spam filters if this does not arrive in a timely manner) with your unique password (please keep this secure). You can then log onto the system and change your password. 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(This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page) within your Bravo account. - Access the tender information by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. 3) Responding to the tender: - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the requirements to upload a successful Tender. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) - Once all information is complete, you can then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. Please give yourself enough time to complete this before the deadline. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the e-Tendering help desk. Please direct all questions and queries to Cefas using the message function of the portal, including any clarification questions. This is to ensure no questions are missed and that all answers can be shared with all interested suppliers at the same time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9432cc62-c57b-4c89-a4dc-59afe40d952e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Jan 2022 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £12,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 71620000 - Analysis services - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 18 Jan 2022 at 15:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9432cc62-c57b-4c89-a4dc-59afe40d952e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9432cc62-c57b-4c89-a4dc-59afe40d952e 18th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cefas.co.uk - http://www.nmbaqcs.org/media/1764/os686970_summary-report.pdf - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/93670305017E6DC0540C ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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