Scope
Reference
C25-0498-2133
Description
The primary aim is to conduct a comprehensive review and update of the existing Deep-Sea Sponge Aggregation (DSSA) guidance (Henry & Roberts, 2014) to create a framework that is clear, consistent, and usable for analysts and industry.
The new guidance must achieve standardisation and alignment with international definitions set by OSPAR and ICES, while concurrently establishing a robust UK interpretation that effectively supports national reporting, data sharing, and data analysis.
Total value (estimated)
- £16,667 excluding VAT
- £20,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 15 December 2025 to 31 March 2026
- 3 months, 17 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 90700000 - Environmental services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
24 November 2025, 9:00am
Tender submission deadline
1 December 2025, 9:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
For more information on this project and how to apply, potential bidders are invited to download the ITT zip folder attached to this advert.
Bids should be submitted to the following email address TenderResponse@jncc.gov.uk by the date and time shown within this advert.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
No
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality of Bid | Clarity of proposal particularly work programme and deliverables (10) Understanding of, and relevance to, the requirements in particular the adequacy of outputs and approach proposed. (10) Soundness and... |
Quality | 50% |
| Details of Contractor | Expertise, experience, and balance of team (15) Risks if important team members drop out (10) Adequacy of subcontractors if any (5) |
Quality | 30% |
| Cost | Total Cost (Including and whole-life cycle or Lifecycle costs) (5) Risk of cost variation (e.g. Indexed or fixed pricing) (5) Unit Rates (5) Transparency and correctness of proposal (5) |
Cost | 20% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
ITT C25-0498-2133 DSSA Guidance.zip
Invitation to tender documents
Contracting authority
JNCC SUPPORT CO
- Companies House: 05380206
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRPL-6981-TDJT
QUAY HOUSE, 2 EAST STATION ROAD, FLETTON QUAYS
PETERBOROUGH
PE2 8YY
United Kingdom
Email: contractqueries@jncc.gov.uk
Region: UKH11 - Peterborough
Organisation type: Public authority - central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Scotland