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CEFAS26-14 Marine benthic macroinvertebrate analysis of samples MCZ

Description: Cefas and Natural England (NE) have been working collaboratively to deliver monitoring surveys within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) as part of the ongoing MPA programme. These surveys aim to support Natural England's monitoring objectives and provide robust evidence to inform conservation measures. Located 35 km off the east coast of England, Kentish Knock East Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) is in the outer Thames Estuary. As part of the Marine Protected Area Program, Cefas and Natural England collected sediment samples within and surrounding the site using a 0.1m2 mini Hamon grab during a survey aboard the RV Cefas Endeavour during November 2025. A total of 120 samples were successfully collected from four Case Study Areas (30 grabs per CSA) in November and December surveys (see Annex 1). The samples (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) is seeking a supplier for the analysis of marine benthic macroinvertebrates as part of a collaboration with Natural England within Marine Protected Areas, which include the Kentish Knock East Marine Conservation Zone, located 35km off the east coast of England in the Thames Estuary. This procurement falls under the services category, with a gross value of £100,000. The process is at the 'Tender' stage, and interested parties must submit their bids by 24th March 2026. The contract is poised to commence on 20th April 2026, concluding on 16th October 2026, with a possibility of extension. The tender is open, allowing for electronic submissions and is designated for sub-central public authority projects.

BPA Capital Programme CH1-3 and HR1-3

Description: Various building and services works, including acoustic, technical equipment and accessibility enhancements (new lift and lift refurbishments) and internal alterations to Snape Maltings Concert Hall. Alterations to existing energy centre to facilitate greater use of sustainable heating and the provision of solar PV on roofs of the Hoffmann, the Winch Gallery and Flat Roofs adjacent to the Concert Hall. Procured through an initial Pre Qualification Questionnaire and then short listing to a competitive tender process. The works proposed comprise the following: Concert Hall (CH1 and CH2) CH1: Acoustic treatment to Concert Hall, installation of retractable banners CH1: Performance Technical equipment upgrades and replacement (stage and house lighting, rigging systems, assisted listening) CH1: roof covering replacement and insulation on South, East & West faces; high level maintenance of "bluffs", (read more...)

Summary: The Britten Pears Arts organisation is undertaking a significant procurement process for the BPA Capital Programme, specifically targeting works at Snape Maltings Concert Hall in Saxmundham, England (postal code IP17 1SP). The procurement, in the tender stage, invites applications by 25 March 2026 for building and services works, including technical equipment upgrades, acoustic improvements, lift refurbishments, and enhancements to the energy centre with sustainable heating and solar PV installation. Classified under refurbishment work, the project is set to commence on 4 January 2027 and conclude by 28 May 2027, with a budget of £3.5 million. This competitive procedure involves a selective procurement method, commencing with a Pre Qualification Questionnaire followed by negotiation, offering a promising opportunity for SMEs. The project holds both Planning and Listed Building Consent.

CEFAS26-15 RFQ for Terrestrial Laser Scanning data processing for BEEMS

Description: The BEEMS (British Energy Estuarine and Marine Studies) programme is funded by NNB GenCo (EDF Energy). Through this programme, Cefas provide authoritative scientific information on the marine and transitional waters in the vicinity of potential nuclear new build (NNB) power stations and require a competent Supplier to deliver the element described below. Within the BEEMS programme, Cefas routinely manage, review, analyse and report on surveys conducted by third parties to meet regulatory marine environmental monitoring requirements. Surveys serve a range of purposes within the marine environmental monitoring programmes for Hinkley Point C (HPC) power station, including terrestrial laser scanning surveys. The work is ongoing in nature, with surveys planned in Spring and Autumn each year. The survey schedule is subject to change in accordance with weather, construction schedules (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) has initiated a procurement process for the Terrestrial Laser Scanning data processing for the British Energy Estuarine and Marine Studies (BEEMS) programme. This tender specifically covers terrestrial laser scanning surveys associated with the Hinkley Point C power station. CEFAS, classified as a public authority within sub-central government, operates from Lowestoft, United Kingdom. The procurement method is open competition below threshold, inviting businesses to submit tenders for providing these services under the category of data analysis. Key deadlines to note include the tender period ending on 13th March 2026, and the enquiry period concluding on 5th March 2026. This contract, valued at up to £30,000, will commence on 1st April 2026 and is scheduled to continue until the end of 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030.

Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Services procurement

Description: East Suffolk Council (ESC) intends to commission key services across the District under Homelessness and Rough Sleeping from 2026-2029. The Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Grant 2026-2029 will build on past successes, provide ongoing support to those who need it and continue the work to reduce and ultimately end rough sleeping in East Suffolk through building sustainable pathways and preventing rough sleeping. Lot 1. Safe to Stay Hub x 12 beds (minimum of 12 beds, all under one roof). This will also include any staffing costs to deliver the service. Location to be in Lowestoft. Lot 2. Rough Sleeping Initiative Beds x 10 (Across East Suffolk - can be dispersed or under one roof to cover both North and South under one supplier). ESC will provide staffing support through (read more...)

Summary: East Suffolk Council has initiated a tender for procuring services to address homelessness and rough sleeping within East Suffolk, focusing on building sustainable support pathways from 2026 to 2029. The process, currently in the tender stage, is guided by the open procedure method and invites submissions by 6th March 2026. Located under the UKH14 region, the project involves two lots: a 'Safe to Stay Hub' in Lowestoft with a minimum of 12 beds, and the 'Rough Sleeping Initiative' across East Suffolk. The industry category spans short-stay accommodation construction and housing services, with significant opportunities arising in infrastructure and support services. The enquiry period ends on 16th February 2026, and the procurement has a gross value estimate of £873,992.

Shire Hall window repairs

Description: Woodbridge Town Council (WTC) are the freehold owners of the Grade 1 listed Shire Hall - title number SK37939. WTC purchased the building from Suffolk County Council in 1988, and since that time it has been the administrative centre of the Council, as well as functioning as a public building available for rent. A condition survey (supplied) completed by the Morton Partnership in 2021 has been used as the base level document for a public engagement in 2023 and additional reporting by Whitworth in 2024 (supplied). WTC are currently seeking grant funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to undertake a full renovation of the building, however due to failing condition have identified that repair works to the ground floor and first floor windows are now an urgent (read more...)

Summary: Woodbridge Town Council is seeking quotations for the repair of windows at the Grade 1 listed Shire Hall in Woodbridge, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the "works" category with an estimated value of £54,000. The procurement method being used is an open procedure, indicative of the pressing need articulated through an accelerated process due to the urgency of the repairs. Key dates for potential bidders include the enquiry period ending on 12 February 2026, a tender submission deadline on 16 February 2026, and an anticipated completion of the award stage by 19 February 2026. The work is scheduled to commence on 1 April and conclude by 30 June 2026.

CEFAS26-10 Offshore and Onshore Observer Programme

Description: The Offshore Observer Programme is a cornerstone of the UK's approach to sustainable fisheries management. It provides independent, high-quality data that underpins stock assessments, advice, and compliance with national and international obligations, including the Fisheries Act 2020. By placing trained observers on commercial fishing vessels, the programme ensures accurate information on catch composition, discards, and biological characteristics is collected during normal fishing operations. To meet the requirements of the Fisheries Act 2020, Cefas contributes to the data collection and collation requirements laid out in the UK Data Collection Framework (DCF). The UK DCF ensures consistent and continuous fisheries data collection across each UK administration, enabling them to establish multiannual programmes for the collection and management of these data. In England, Cefas is responsible, for the most part, for (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) has initiated a tender for the "CEFAS26-10 Offshore and Onshore Observer Programme," under the industry category of offshore services. This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with bids being accepted until 27th February 2026. The buying organisation is located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, and operates as a public authority under sub-central government. This open procedure contract, valued at a gross amount of £900,000, aims to enhance sustainable fisheries management by deploying observers on commercial fishing vessels. The contract period is set to begin on 20th April 2026 and end on 19th April 2029, with the potential for two 12-month extensions.

Project Management Services for GYBC Cremator Plant Replacement & Site Expansion

Description: Great Yarmouth Borough Council (GYBC) has a requirement to replace the existing cremators with new cremators and accompanying emissions abatement system, along with improvements to extend and refurbish elements of the existing building. The project involves extending and refurbishing the existing Great Yarmouth Crematorium, along with replacing and upgrading the cremators to meet upcoming legal requirements. GYBC are looking to procure Project Management services for replacement of existing cremators and associated building works at Great Yarmouth Crematorium. (there will be a separate tender for the various design team who will need to work in conjunction with the Project Manager Services supplier). Please see Section C - Specification for further information on the services requirement.

Summary: The procurement process for Project Management Services related to the replacement and expansion of the cremator plant at Great Yarmouth Crematorium involves Great Yarmouth Borough Council as the contracting authority. The tender, identified as 2670-TEN-O, falls under the industry category of construction project management services and is located in Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom. This procurement process adopted an open method below the threshold, encouraging competition. The award stage was completed, with Gentoo Project Management Ltd emerging as the successful supplier. The contract, valued at £105,000, is set to commence on 19th February 2026 and conclude on 31st October 2027. Bids for this tender were invited until 5th February 2026, following an enquiry period that ended on the 28th January 2026.

Insurance

Description: Any quotations should cover the following services: * Schedule of insurance * Estimated salary bill for 2026/2027 is PS930,000 excluding NY and pensions. * 30 employees both full time and part time and including clerical and manual duties * 20 members * Some volunteers * Asset Register and includes a theatre, parks and open spaces, community buildings, allotments * Lowestoft Town Council runs events through the year and the events schedule. No inflatables are permitted at events * Vehicles are currently insured under a separate policy. * Claims History

Summary: Lowestoft Town Council has initiated a public procurement process seeking quotations for comprehensive insurance services, covering aspects such as schedules, asset registers, and events throughout the year. This active tender is categorised under insurance services with CPV code 66510000 and adopts an open procurement method. Interested parties have until 20th February 2026 to submit their tenders, which must provide best value, cover quality, and service excellence. Situated in the UK region of Lowestoft, the contracting process is managed by the Lowestoft Town Council, a sub-central government body. The contract period is planned to commence on 1st April 2026, concluding on 31st March 2029.

CEFAS25-139 Request for Quotation for the analysis of seabed imagery

Description: To view this opportunity please go to https://atamis-9529.my.site.com/login You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found searching 'CEFAS25-139 Request for Quotation for the analysis of seabed imagery'. Cefas and Natural England (NE) have been working collaboratively to deliver monitoring surveys within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) as part of the ongoing MPA programme. These surveys aim to support Natural England's monitoring objectives and provide robust evidence to inform conservation measures. Two recent surveys were undertaken at designated Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs): Beachy Head East MCZ in November 2023 and Cape Bank MCZ in September 2025. Both sites are important for understanding subtidal habitats and associated species, and the surveys were designed to gather high-quality data to meet specific ecological (read more...)

Summary: The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS), a sub-central government public authority based in Lowestoft, UK, is inviting tenders for the analysis of seabed imagery under the tender ID CEFAS25-139. This procurement falls under the services category and specifically targets analysis services, with an industry classification of CPV 71620000. The intended contract is to be performed at Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) located off the East Sussex coast and to the west of Land's End. This tender, issued on 9 January 2026 with an expiry for inquiries set on 28 January 2026, is currently in the Tender stage, and interested parties must submit proposals by 30 January 2026. The gross contract value is estimated at £40,000, and it will be conducted via open competition, below the threshold, meaning it is accessible for a wider range of suppliers.

Meet the Buyer Event

Description: East Suffolk Council's Procurement Team is hosting a Meet the Buyer event at their Woodbridge offices on Thursday 5th February 2026. In this event, you will be offered a 121 session for up to 15 minutes with a member of the Procurement Team. This event is aimed at suppliers who want to get involved in bidding for council or public sector contracts but maybe don't know where to start! Please note that this session is for training purposes only and no open tender opportunities will be discussed in detail at the event. To book your 15 minute slot, please email procurement@eastsuffolk.gov.uk. If you have any specific area of business to discuss or questions you would like answered, please let us know in this email so we can match (read more...)

Summary: East Suffolk Council is organising a "Meet the Buyer" event as a part of their procurement planning process, scheduled for the 5th of February 2026. This event will be held at their offices in Woodbridge, and East Suffolk aims to engage potential suppliers interested in public sector contracts, specifically within the general public services industry. The process is currently in the planning stage, and the event serves as a preliminary market engagement. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to join this session, which will end on the 6th of February 2026. The location falls under the UKH14 region, and the primary procurement category is services.