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title: "CEFAS22: Services for eDNA analysis of samples from offshore wind farms"
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# CEFAS22: Services for eDNA analysis of samples from offshore wind farms

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2ea52bf-2089-42bc-91b1-c8e756d3865c

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focuses on the provision of services for eDNA analysis of water samples from offshore wind farms. The title of the tender is "CEFAS22: Services for eDNA analysis of samples from offshore wind farms," classified under analysis services (CPV code 71620000). The procurement took place in Lowestoft, England, with a contract value of £15,355.50. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2022 and conclude on 31st March 2023. The award notice was published on 13th July 2022, with the procurement conducted via a direct method under a single tender action, as the project falls below the set threshold.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental analysis or those experienced in eDNA metabarcoding. Companies in the fields of scientific research, environmental consultancy, and laboratory services would be particularly well-placed to compete, given the technical requirements of the project. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to engage, as the suitability criteria indicate openness to smaller businesses. Winning this contract could enhance a supplier's reputation and lead to further opportunities within the expanding offshore renewable energy sector.

## Notice

Cefas require specialist eDNA metabarcoding of 100 water samples collected from offshore wind farms. The awarded supplier holds the Intellectual Property required for undertaking this service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d783b7d-183d-48e5-8cbc-944c0752f6ef |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2022 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,355 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,355 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF HULL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services

## Release History

- 13 Jul 2022 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d783b7d-183d-48e5-8cbc-944c0752f6ef

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d783b7d-183d-48e5-8cbc-944c0752f6ef
  13th July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1671b354-e43e-48d8-a0e2-cdd6106c0ede
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