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Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases

Scottish Government

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15 Apr 2022 at 15:16

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03 Nov 2021 at 17:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is currently engaged in a public procurement process for the supply of Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases. This tender falls under the goods category within the marine equipment industry and is focused on acquiring equipment for long-term monitoring of ambient underwater noise and marine mammal vocalisations. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender registration period has concluded. The equipment will be delivered around the coastline of Scotland, with the contract expected to run from 18 January 2022 to 31 March 2022.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the marine technology and acoustic monitoring sectors. Companies specialising in sound recording devices, marine equipment, and acoustic systems would find this tender particularly relevant. Furthermore, since the procurement is conducted by a central authority, businesses that can demonstrate strong compliance with quality management procedures and possess relevant technical expertise are well-suited to compete for this contract. Successful bidders may benefit from long-term contracts and strengthened relationships with the Scottish Government, contributing to their growth and market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders.

Lot Information

Deep Water Sound Recorders

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Inshore Sound Recorders

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Inshore Acoustic Releases

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Deep Water Acoustic Releases

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f33e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010131-2022
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

32332300 - Sound recorders

32342400 - Acoustic devices

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£695,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£552,442 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20224 years ago
Contract Period
18 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
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
2
Supplier Names

RS Aqua Ltd

Swale Technologies Ltd

Further Information

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