---
title: "CEFAS26-72 Membership Fees for UKOTs - Blue Belt Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b51"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# CEFAS26-72 Membership Fees for UKOTs - Blue Belt Programme

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b51

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a sub-central government public authority in the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the CEFAS26-72 Membership Fees for UK Overseas Territories (UKOTs) under the Blue Belt Programme. This tender involved a direct procurement method, below the competition threshold, focusing on subscription services related to international fisheries management. The contracting process has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 9th March 2026, and covers a period from 9th to 30th March 2026. The supplier for this procurement is ICCAT, based in Madrid, Spain.

This contract represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in international fisheries management and subscription services. Although the procurement method was direct and without competitive bidding, the nature of the contract is well-suited for large-scale enterprises capable of handling international engagements. By participating in the Blue Belt Programme, businesses can expand their reach in the fisheries sector and establish credibility through collaboration with UK governmental agencies, opening doors for future participations and growth within the industry.

## Notice

Annual payment of ICCAT Panel 1 fees on behalf of UK Overseas Territories participating in the Blue Belt programme, supporting engagement in international fisheries management.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037899-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,952 |

## 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 | ICCAT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 09:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037899-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037899-2026
  27th April 2026 - 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

## Provenance

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