Scope
Reference
CEFAS25-57
Description
Contract for setting up an aquaculture hub through the creation of a website / information portal and database to support aquaculture in England.
Contract 1. CEFAS25-57 Contract for an Aquaculture Hub
Suppliers
Supplier not yet selected
Contract value
- £320,000 excluding VAT
- £384,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
18 June 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 31 March 2027
- 1 year, 9 months
Description of possible extension:
2x 12 months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72320000 - Database services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Funding - because we may not receive funding for year 2 of the project, there is a risk the project won't be completed. Timescale - because there has been a delay in starting the project, there is a risk that the initial scoping exercise is delayed which could impact on delivery. Resourcing - because the budget on the project is fixed, there is a risk that the project will overspend if not managed rigorously.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - intellectual property or exclusive rights
Provision of technical advice and information that is unique to the suppliers
Contracting authority
CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PPGW-5299-JGTN
Pakefield Road
Lowestoft
NR33 0HT
United Kingdom
Email: procure@cefas.gov.uk
Region: UKH14 - Suffolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government