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title: "Fisheries Science at Sea"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051f55"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
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# Fisheries Science at Sea

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051f55

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government in Cardiff focuses on "Fisheries Science at Sea," aimed at delivering critical stock information for scallop, bass, whelk, and crab and lobster to facilitate the development of Fisheries Management Plans. Classified under the services industry—specifically agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural, and apicultural services—the project involves collaboration with Bangor University. Located in the UK region, this direct award procurement method highlights urgency and technical uniqueness, with a contract period slated from 10 June 2025 to 31 March 2027, and potential extension up to 31 March 2028. The contract, valued at £2,965,899 (gross £3,559,080), was signed on 2 June 2025, following a direct procurement strategy justified by the absence of alternate providers with the necessary resources.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in aquacultural and apicultural services. Ideal candidates would possess large-scale operational capabilities and licensure for technical maritime research. Particularly, organisations akin to Bangor University with access to specialised research vessels and equipment within the vicinity are positioned well for competitive advantage. By participating, businesses can not only realise financial gains but also contribute to vital environmental and ecological studies, enhancing their portfolio in scientific research initiatives and public service missions aligned with government regulations.

## Notice

This requirement is for the delivery of scallop, bass, whelk, and crab and lobster stock information to inform the development and implementation of relevant Fisheries Management Plans as set out in the Joint Fisheries Statement.

### Procurement Information

No alternative provider with the necessary resources.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031200-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,965,899 |
| Contracts value | £2,965,899 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF10 3NQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Cathays |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BANGOR UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 10:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031200-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 10:21 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025986-2025
- 22 May 2025 at 16:29 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025345-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031200-2025
  10th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025986-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025345-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://gov.wales
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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