---
title: "CEFAS25-112 Contract for Charter of Vessel for Wave Rider Deployment"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059fca"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2025-09-23"
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# CEFAS25-112 Contract for Charter of Vessel for Wave Rider Deployment

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059fca

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, a sub-central government public authority located in Lowestoft, UK, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "CEFAS25-112 Contract for Charter of Vessel for Wave Rider Deployment." This procurement, categorised under standby vessel services, involved a direct method, executed below the threshold without competition. It marks the completion stage, with the contract awarded to Moray Marine Solutions Ltd. The charter was aimed at the deployment of a wave rider at the Firth of Forth site and was active from 23rd August to 28th August 2025. The contract was signed on 22nd August 2025, and it was valued at £13,870.47 excluding VAT.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for large marine service providers like Moray Marine Solutions Ltd to engage in specialised tasks requiring specific capabilities, such as vessel deployment and marine operations. Such tenders provide businesses in the maritime services industry with the chance to establish and expand their portfolios in government projects, offering the prospect of showcasing their expertise in wave rider and marine equipment deployment. Companies with proven experience in handling similar marine projects are well-suited to benefit from these public procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Contract for the Charter of the stand-by vessel 'Waterfall' for the re-deployment of of a wave rider at our Firth of Forth Site 56deg11.268N, 2deg30.235W

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058747-2025 |
| 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 | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2025 - 28 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,870 |

## 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 | MORAY MARINE SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63725200 - Standby vessel services

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2025 at 08:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058747-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058747-2025
  23rd September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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