DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS · Awarded contract

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Bycatch Monitoring Programme (BMP) - 26-27

Awarded 02 Sep 2026

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Awarded02 Sep 2026

Value£591,223.20

SupplierUniversity of St Andrews

AgencyDEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

RegionLondon

CategoryEnergy & Environment

Expires in 8mo10mo term, 22% elapsed

Awarded 2 Sept 2026Expires 30 June 2027

About

The UK Bycatch Monitoring Programme (BMP) delivers the evidence required to meet the UK’s statutory and international obligations for monitoring and reporting the incidental capture of protected and sensitive marine species.

An 11-month STA Direct Award is required to maintain continuity of monitoring and reporting activity in England and Scottish waters while a long-term contract is competitively procured.

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