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Portfolio of Compensatory Measures for Seabirds

Scottish Government

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has commissioned a contract for a "Portfolio of Compensatory Measures for Seabirds," involving survey services under CPV code 79311000. The project encompasses several lots, each focused on different aspects such as predator control, habitat management, and marine litter removal, with an overarching aim to support seabird populations. The procurement process, handled through an open procedure, saw active contracts as of 2026 with notable suppliers such as NIRAS Group (UK) Ltd, ABPmer, and APEM. While the contracts span primarily within the UKM region, each lot comes with options to extend their term, some until as late as August 2026. Important dates include the initial start dates around August 2025, with completion expected by mid-2026 for each segment.

This tender opens avenues for businesses engaged in environmental management, marine biology, and conservation consultancy, offering them a chance to collaborate with a government entity and deliver substantial ecological impact. Companies with expertise in surveying services and a strong environmental track record would be well-positioned to compete, given the selection criteria heavily emphasising technical quality alongside price. The planned execution of these measures requires tailored and innovative approaches, creating opportunities for companies with unique specialisms in sustainability, habitat restoration, and waste management to play a pivotal role in a high-profile project with lasting ecological benefits.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Portfolio of Compensatory Measures for Seabirds

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract(s) with an external service provider for the provision of OWD -Portfolio of Compensatory Measures for Seabirds.

Lot Information

Predator control and biosecurity

The original Contract Award Notice stated a total value of 426,133.52 GBP - comprising of the below lot values plus an optional additional 20k GBP per lot (which was subsequently not utilised). This resulted in a total value of 326,133.52 GBP. . Lot 1: 77,224 GBP and 13.08.25-26.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 2: 59,642.53 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 3: 69,470.33 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 4: 59,919.13 GBP and 11.08.25-10.02.26 - extension option to 09 Aug 2026 has been taken up. Lot 5: 59,877.53 GBP and 04.08.25-03.02.26 - extension option to 03 Aug 2026 has been taken up.

Options: Option to extend Lot 1 no later than 4th May 2026

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract by a further 4.5 months at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Habitat management and restoration

The original Contract Award Notice stated a total value of 426,133.52 GBP - comprising of the below lot values plus an optional additional 20k GBP per lot (which was subsequently not utilised). This resulted in a total value of 326,133.52 GBP. . Lot 1: 77,224 GBP and 13.08.25-26.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 2: 59,642.53 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 3: 69,470.33 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 4: 59,919.13 GBP and 11.08.25-10.02.26 - extension option to 09 Aug 2026 has been taken up. Lot 5: 59,877.53 GBP and 04.08.25-03.02.26 - extension option to 03 Aug 2026 has been taken up.

Options: Option to extend no later than 4th May 2026

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract by a further 4.5 months at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Fisheries management compensatory measures

Lot 3 Fisheries management compensatory measures Identify key actions. Consider potential fisheries closures/management, fisheries by-catch management and aquaculture. Consider outputs of the Defra clean catch programme when available. Consider just transition approaches and ensuring fairness for fishers in the implementation of fisheries management compensatory measures. Additional information: Lot 3 Contract Start Date 4th August 2025 Lot 3 Contract Expiry Date 19th December 2025

Options: Option to extend no later than 4th May 2026

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract by a further 4.5 months at the discretion of the Scottish Government.

Restore and enhance supporting prey habitats

The original Contract Award Notice stated a total value of 426,133.52 GBP - comprising of the below lot values plus an optional additional 20k GBP per lot (which was subsequently not utilised). This resulted in a total value of 326,133.52 GBP. . Lot 1: 77,224 GBP and 13.08.25-26.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 2: 59,642.53 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 3: 69,470.33 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 4: 59,919.13 GBP and 11.08.25-10.02.26 - extension option to 09 Aug 2026 has been taken up. Lot 5: 59,877.53 GBP and 04.08.25-03.02.26 - extension option to 03 Aug 2026 has been taken up.

Options: Option to extend no later than 9th August 2026

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract by a further 6 months at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Marine litter removal (at scale)

The original Contract Award Notice stated a total value of 426,133.52 GBP - comprising of the below lot values plus an optional additional 20k GBP per lot (which was subsequently not utilised). This resulted in a total value of 326,133.52 GBP. . Lot 1: 77,224 GBP and 13.08.25-26.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 2: 59,642.53 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 3: 69,470.33 GBP and 04.08.25-19.12.25 - extension option to 04 May 2026 has been taken up. Lot 4: 59,919.13 GBP and 11.08.25-10.02.26 - extension option to 09 Aug 2026 has been taken up. Lot 5: 59,877.53 GBP and 04.08.25-03.02.26 - extension option to 03 Aug 2026 has been taken up.

Options: Option to extend contract no later than 3rd August 2026

Renewal: There will be an option to extend the contract by a further 6 months at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050eb1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043288-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

71355000 - Surveying services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£330,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£330,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£646,127 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
13 Aug 2025 - 26 Dec 2025 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
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

ABPmer

APEM

NIRAS Group (UK) Ltd

Further Information

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