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CEFAS25-107 Contract Otolith Microchemistry Analysis of Herring Larvae Samples

CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENT, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE SCIENCE

Buyer Address: Pakefield Road, Lowestoft, UKH14, NR33 0HT, United Kingdom

Contact Email: procure@cefas.gov.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
direct
Value
14952.64 GBP
Published
29 Sep 2025, 09:30
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
22 Sep 2025, 23:00
Contract End
28 Feb 2026, 23:59
Category
n/a
CPV
71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
The University of Hull
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Contract for otolith microchemistry analysis via Laser Ablation-Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer (LA-ICP-MS) of herring larvae samples. The contract is based on the requirements and structure of the previous agreement with Cefas, adapted for current needs. Technical requirements to be met by the supplier: - Experience on quantitative microchemistry analysis on fish otoliths with Laser Ablation-Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass Spectrometer (LA-ICP-MS) for a range of trace elements including relevant use of standards and calculation of detection limits. - Laboratory capacity and experience operating LA-ICP-MS and RESOlution-SE 193nm with a Laurin Technic S155 two-volume cell. - Experience on microchemistry data processing and reporting including quality checks with Iolite, and compliance with data protection policy. Scope of Work - Specification The supplier will provide LA-ICP-MS microchemistry analysis on fish otoliths samples provided by Cefas with expert contribution by Audrey Geffen for the following requirements: - Communication with Cefas WP lead and/or PI, participate in technical meetings with experts via TC or in person. - Deliverable 1: LA-ICP-MS test run of 50 samples of herring larvae otolith in September 2025 (including submission of data files). - Deliverable 2: LA-ICP-MS analysis of 200 samples of herring larvae otoliths in December 2025 and January 2026 (including submission of data files and QC). - Deliverable 3: Provide final report to Cefas summarising the results and technical details (including method and data files) by end of February 2026.

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Contract Title: CEFAS25-107 Contract Otolith Microchemistry Analysis of Herring Larvae Samples

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