Award

Fish Counter Systems in River Laxford and Deveron

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Nov 2021 at 14:55

Tender

01 Sep 2021 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is inviting tenders for the procurement of hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counter systems to be installed in the River Laxford and River Deveron. This procurement process is currently in the active tender stage, and the deadline for submissions is 1st October 2021. The total estimated value of the contract is £220,000, and the procurement is classified under the category of goods, specifically within the agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products industry. Electronic submissions are accepted via the Public Contracts Scotland platform, and bidders are encouraged to submit their responses well in advance to avoid any last-minute issues.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses engaged in fishing technology, environmental monitoring, and related sectors to expand their operations by supplying innovative solutions to the Scottish Government. Companies with experience in developing and installing acoustic monitoring systems, alongside those who can provide robust warranties and servicing, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Successful bidders will be expected to demonstrate a solid financial standing and relevant technical expertise as outlined in the selection criteria.

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Notice Title

Fish Counter Systems in River Laxford and Deveron

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the purchase of hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counter systems on River Laxford and River Deveron. The requirement is for the supply and installation of two fish counter systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these are to be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders for the purchase of hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counter systems on River Laxford and River Deveron. The requirement is for the supply and installation of two fish counter systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these are to be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02dc18
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028720-2021
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

03300000 - Farming, hunting and fishing products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312443567

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
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

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