---
title: "CEFAS26-92 AIS Vessel Tracking Data Subscription"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d39d"
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buyer: "CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE"
published: "2026-07-24"
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# CEFAS26-92 AIS Vessel Tracking Data Subscription

Buyer: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d39d

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## Summary

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a public authority under the sub-central government category, recently completed a procurement process for its project titled "CEFAS26-92 AIS Vessel Tracking Data Subscription". This project falls under the services industry category, specifically for data services. The location of the buying organisation is in Lowestoft, United Kingdom. The procurement was carried out using a direct method below the threshold without competition. The contract was awarded to Kpler Limited on 20th July 2026, with a full reporting period from 24th July 2026 to 31st March 2027. This tender supports CEFAS in producing validated underwater noise pollution maps crucial for UK Marine Strategy and OSPAR reporting obligations. 

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in data services, particularly those capable of delivering Automatic Identification System (AIS) vessel tracking data, to collaborate with public authorities like CEFAS. Companies specialising in environmental data analytics and reporting can seize this opportunity to showcase their expertise and contribute to significant marine strategy initiatives. While the procurement was awarded without competition, similar future tenders may arise where competitive bidding could provide openings for a broader range of suppliers to engage with CEFAS on environmental and scientific data projects.

## Notice

Automatic Identification System (AIS) vessel tracking data for one year reporting, covering waters between 29degN-90degN and 42degW-13degE. The dataset supports Cefas' production of validated underwater noise pollution maps for UK waters, which contribute to Defra's UK Marine Strategy and OSPAR reporting requirements. Continued access to this data is essential to maintain scientific consistency, support long-term trend analysis, and deliver statutory reporting obligations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070448-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,000 |

## 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 | KPLER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72300000 - Data services

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 15:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070448-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070448-2026
  24th July 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

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