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title: "GB-Lowestoft: FSP58 - A Survey to Assess the Ecological Impacts of Pulse Trawling"
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# GB-Lowestoft: FSP58 - A Survey to Assess the Ecological Impacts of Pulse Trawling

Buyer: CEFAS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fbb986a9-3d00-4c96-bcb1-efd98d3e165f

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Cefas, located in Lowestoft, UK, with the title "FSP58 - A Survey to Assess the Ecological Impacts of Pulse Trawling." This tender falls within the services category, specifically focusing on the hire of sea-going vessels with crew. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 15th June 2018. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st August 2018 and conclude on 30th November 2018. It is an open procurement procedure that invites participation from various economic operators, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in marine research and environmental assessment services. Companies with expertise in ecological surveys or those providing research vessel services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The hiring of fishing vessels and survey vessels may also attract businesses specialising in similar services. Engaging in this project could expand their operational capabilities while contributing to crucial ecological assessments, thereby fostering business growth in the industry.

## Notice

The primary objective of this project will be to conduct an ecosystem survey to assess the effects of Pulse trawling off the coast of Ramsgate. A conventional otter trawl and a scientific beam trawl will be used in all areas to assess the differences in both fish catch composition and abundance; and benthic macrofaunal composition and abundance. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the link below: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q995GXCC9K 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/99b37eea-6f9d-4fe9-bfe8-7d91836a1626 |
| 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 | 21 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2018 - 30 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
- 34513550 - Survey vessels
- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew
- 60651100 - Hire of sea-going vessels with crew
- 63726700 - Fishing-vessel services
- 63726800 - Research vessel services

## Release History

- 21 May 2018 at 12:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b37eea-6f9d-4fe9-bfe8-7d91836a1626

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99b37eea-6f9d-4fe9-bfe8-7d91836a1626
  21st May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Lowestoft:-FSP58-%E2%80%93-A-Survey-to-Assess-the-Ecological-Impacts-of-Pulse-Trawling/Q995GXCC9K
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## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q995GXCC9K

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