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Purchase of Buoyancy Glider

Scottish Government

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09 Feb 2022 at 11:24

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28 Jul 2021 at 16:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated a tender process for the purchase of a buoyancy glider, an autonomous underwater vehicle, aimed at enhancing marine observation capabilities. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under CPV code 34721000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to close on 27 August 2021, with bid openings occurring on the same day in Aberdeen. The total value of this contract is approximately £200,000, with delivery anticipated for use around Scottish coastal waters.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in unmanned underwater vehicles and marine technology, particularly those that can demonstrate quality management and relevant technical expertise. Companies that have a proven track record in supplying advanced surveying equipment and those holding the necessary certifications, such as ISO 9001, would be particularly well-suited to compete. With the Scottish Government emphasising quality and corporate social responsibility in their evaluation criteria, suppliers who can offer innovative solutions and demonstrate their commitment to fair work practices will be at a competitive advantage.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Buoyancy Glider

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the purchase of an autonomous underwater vehicle, namely a buoyancy glider in order to develop our own glider capability for marine observations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the purchase of an autonomous underwater vehicle, namely a buoyancy glider in order to develop our own glider capability for marine observations.

Options: Optional Extras in the form of equipment has been included within the specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02cda4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003700-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

34721000 - Gliders

35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£174,401 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
11 Oct 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Postcode Area
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RS Aqua Ltd

Further Information

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