Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ccf-ba68-7077-989b-55b35c362041/cefas23-78-itt-for-technical-advice-on-development-of-maritime-policy-in-belize closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # CEFAS23-78 ITT for technical advice on development of Maritime Policy in Belize [Cefas](https://tendernation.io/buyers/cefas) Often single bidder Estimated value £65,000 to £75,000 Published 24 May 2023 Deadline Closed 15 Jun 2023 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) was announced this year as a key bilateral aid programme under the £500m Blue Planet Fund. OCPP objectives are to support countries to tackle marine pollution, support sustainable seafood practices and establish designated, well-managed and enforced Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Through the support of OCPP, the Government of Belize (GoB) will spearhead the formulation of a National Maritime Policy. Cefas requires the successful Tenderer to provide technical maritime advisory services, working in-country in Belize, to collate the priorities of the various government entities and stakeholders of Belize and support the government in the design and delivery of a National Maritime Policy. - Deliverable 1: Inception Report - which will outline the delivery plan for the project, with full content to be agreed with Cefas and key counterparts in Belize following initial meetings and discussions. It should include a 'current situation' introduction and an analysis of approaches to group stakeholder consultation. - Deliverable 2: National Maritime Policy (Technical Draft) - which will be presented to stakeholders and to the public for consultation. - Deliverable 3: Revised Draft - following collection of analysis from consultation, and incorporation of feedback, to be reviewed by key stakeholders. - Deliverable 4: National Maritime Policy (Gazettal Draft) - which will be presented for public record of the final draft policy, followed by submission to Government of Belize for Cabinet approval. - Deliverable 5: Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Continuity & Succession plan - which should include socio-economic and environmental rationales for the sectoral trajectories enabled by the National Maritime Policy. - Deliverable 6: Provision of a donor dialogue for the Government of Belize to be able to seek funding and support for the implementation of the policy. Travel to Belize is required to ensure strong working relationships with key stakeholders throughout the Contract. To view this opportunity please go to [defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome](https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome) You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found by searching 'CEFAS23-78 ITT for technical advice on development of Maritime Policy in Belize' via the Find Opportunities function. Read full description ## CPV classification Marine conservation strategy planning Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/ea84895f-c22f-44e4-9d83-b250b9841294) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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