---
title: "CEFAS25-54 Contract for lone worker system support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0553db"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2025-06-26"
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# CEFAS25-54 Contract for lone worker system support

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0553db

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), a central government authority, has completed the procurement process for the CEFAS25-54 contract, focussing on lone worker system support. This contract involves Ascom UK Ltd providing enhanced support for Cefas's lone worker telephone system, specifically regarding the maintenance and monitoring of Ascom hardware. The procurement took place under a direct method due to the contract's below-threshold value, allowing it to proceed without competition. Officially signed on 19th June 2025, the contract is set from 19th June 2025 to 31st May 2028, covering various UK regions, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. The main category of services involved is the maintenance of telecommunications equipment.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in telecommunications equipment maintenance, particularly those with capabilities in emergency system support. It is best suited for large-scale firms like Ascom UK Ltd, which provide comprehensive support services, including preventative maintenance and pro-active monitoring. Companies within the UK's varied regions, particularly those already engaged in public sector contracts or central government authorities, may find significant growth potentials in similar future tenders by demonstrating expertise in security and emergency services. The direct procurement method without competition in this case highlights the potential for businesses offering specialised, niche solutions to secure government contracts.

## Notice

Contract for the provision of enhanced support for Cefas emergency lone worker telephone system (Ascom hardware) including preventative maintenance and pro-active monitoring.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035271-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £44,045 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE |
| 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 | ASCOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50330000 - Maintenance services of telecommunications equipment

## Release History

- 26 Jun 2025 at 08:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035271-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035271-2025
  26th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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