Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science
Pakefield Road
Lowestoft
NR33 0HT
Contact
Jade Peek
Country
United Kingdom
Region code
UK - United Kingdom
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Environment
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
CEFAS23-120 Contract for Scallop Dredge Surveys
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 60651000 - Hire of vessels with crew
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
As part of an ongoing research project, Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys with the aim of determining harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds around England. This contract secures a suitable vessel and all management, crew, victuals, fuel, and other services necessary to carry out the requirements.
The main objectives of the survey will be to:
- carry out tows at predetermined survey locations using standard commercial and modified scallop dredges;
- count and measure all king scallops in designated survey dredges and collect samples for further analysis in the laboratory;
- identify and count bycatch species.
Cefas will provide two scientists to oversee the survey operations, working with the vessel crew to deliver the objectives of the survey.
The Skipper will be required to discuss and agree with the scientists a Detailed Operational Plan (DOP) before commencement of the survey, including the overall objectives and tow locations. This may be done via telephone, video call or onsite visit to the selected tenderer (whatever is more practical with the time permitted).
Please note that the initial contract period is for one year, and 3 x 12 month extensions may be awarded subject to receiving further funding however, these extensions are not guaranteed.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
Value excluding VAT: £430,000
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 34513100 - Fishing vessels
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UK - United Kingdom
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
As part of an ongoing research project, Cefas is collaborating with Defra and industry partners to carry out dredge fishing surveys with the aim of determining harvestable biomass of king scallop in the main fishing grounds around England. This contract secures a suitable vessel and all management, crew, victuals, fuel, and other services necessary to carry out the requirements.
The main objectives of the survey will be to:
- carry out tows at predetermined survey locations using standard commercial and modified scallop dredges;
- count and measure all king scallops in designated survey dredges and collect samples for further analysis in the laboratory;
- identify and count bycatch species.
Cefas will provide two scientists to oversee the survey operations, working with the vessel crew to deliver the objectives of the survey.
The Skipper will be required to discuss and agree with the scientists a Detailed Operational Plan (DOP) before commencement of the survey, including the overall objectives and tow locations. This may be done via telephone, video call or onsite visit to the selected tenderer (whatever is more practical with the time permitted).
Please note that the initial contract period is for one year, and 3 x 12 month extensions may be awarded subject to receiving further funding however, these extensions are not guaranteed.
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Quality / Weighting: 60
Quality criterion - Name: Social Value / Weighting: 10
Cost criterion - Name: Cost / Weighting: 30
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure
Notice number: 2023/S 000-031987
Section five. Award of contract
A contract/lot is awarded: Yes
five.2) Award of contract
five.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract
26 February 2024
five.2.2) Information about tenders
Number of tenders received: 1
The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
five.2.3) Name and address of the contractor
Evening Star FR LLP
Heritage House, 141 Shore Street
Fraserburgh
AB43 9BP
Telephone
+44 1346514228
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
- UK - United Kingdom
National registration number
SO301078
The contractor is an SME
Yes
five.2.4) Information on value of contract/lot (excluding VAT)
Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: £430,000
Total value of the contract/lot: £430,000
Section six. Complementary information
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Public Procurement Review Body
N/A
N/A
N/A
publicprocurementreview@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Country
United Kingdom
Internet address
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-procurement-review-service-scope-and-remit