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title: "Evaluation of Fisheries Control and Enforcement"
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# Evaluation of Fisheries Control and Enforcement

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc2c05fc-e710-40df-9e9f-1a4f38c3de56

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is conducting a tender for the evaluation of fisheries control and enforcement activities undertaken by the Marine Management Organisation (MMO). This procurement falls under the research and development services category and is located within the English Exclusive Economic Zone. The tender was published on 27th February 2019 and is scheduled to close on 4th April 2019. The evaluation aims to assess the efficacy of existing control and enforcement operations, focusing on compliance with fisheries regulations for both UK and foreign vessels. The procurement method is an open procedure, providing an accessible avenue for interested parties.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in fisheries regulation and compliance evaluation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given their suitability for this tender. By engaging with this project, businesses can contribute to enhancing fishing practices in the UK while fostering their own growth through valuable public sector contracts.

## Notice

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking to commission to undertake research services on behalf of the Marine Management Organisation. The overall aim of the project is to carry out an evaluation of control and enforcement activities undertaken by the MMO relating to fisheries regulations. In order to understand what the additional resources are delivering, the evaluation will need to assess existing control and enforcement activity. A third area is to develop an understanding of compliance with fishing regulations. The task is to deliver an evaluation of control and enforcement activity delivered by the MMO mainly focusing on the period from April 2019 to March 2020. The scope of the evaluation is all MMO fisheries regulatory activity which takes place within the English Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) including both the UK fleet and foreign boats fishing in English waters. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7ec65ad-69ff-4db1-8c70-246cd5d11b75 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 May 2019 - 30 Mar 2020 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | SW1 3JR |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2019 at 09:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7ec65ad-69ff-4db1-8c70-246cd5d11b75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7ec65ad-69ff-4db1-8c70-246cd5d11b75
  27th February 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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