---
title: "Fisheries Science for the Sustainable Management of Our Seas"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d6b"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# Fisheries Science for the Sustainable Management of Our Seas

Buyer: LLYWODRAETH CYMRU / WELSH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d6b

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Fisheries Science for the Sustainable Management of Our Seas" is being conducted by the Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government. This planned tender is currently in the planning stage and aims to support high-level fisheries science priorities in the UK. The procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on research and development services and related consultancy. Located in the UKL region, the contracting process is part of a strategic initiative to gather evidence on key fish stocks, specifically targeting fisheries like Whelk, Crab, Lobster, Sea Bass, Scallop, and Skate/Ray. The Welsh Government plans to start this contract on 1st April 2027, continuing through to 31st March 2032, with key communications set to occur after 1st January 2027. The procurement process has an estimated budget of £5,000,000 net, grossing up to £6,000,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) within the research and development sector. Businesses specialising in marine biology, environmental consultancy, and fisheries management are especially well-placed to engage with this procurement. By aligning their capabilities with the high-level fisheries science priorities outlined, such as developing a Fisheries Management Plan and understanding the dynamics of key fish stocks, businesses can leverage the opportunity to expand their services and contribute to sustainable fisheries management. Given the substantial scope and budget, this tender also offers the chance for smaller enterprises to engage in significant projects normally accessible only to larger corporations, thus fostering business growth and expertise in specialised research areas.

## Notice

To meet our high-level ongoing fisheries evidence priorities, research survey services will be needed 2027-2032. High-level fisheries science priorities include gather further evidence on key stocks currently fished by the Welsh fleet to support Fisheries Management Plan development and implementation. Inlcude Whelk, Crab, Lobster, Sea Bass, Scallop and Skate/Ray fisheries.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046379-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 12:43 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046379-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046379-2026
  20th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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