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OWD - Study of salmonids migration routes in the rivers of the Forth and Tay region, East Coast of Scotland

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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22 Jan 2026 at 12:10

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16 Oct 2025 at 15:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has completed a procurement process for the study of salmonids migration routes in the rivers of the Forth and Tay region, on the East Coast of Scotland. The procurement was initiated under the Open procedure and falls under the industry category of Marine survey services. The aim was to research the potential impacts of offshore wind on migrating salmonids, focusing on rivers designated as Special Areas of Conservation such as the South Esk, Tay, and Tweed rivers. The process reached the Award stage on 22nd January 2026, with the contract duly signed on 7th January 2026. The procurement was conducted using PCS-Tender with the Project code 30321, and it included community benefits requirements. The awarded contract, valued at £150,000, was given to the Institute of Zoology, Zoological Society of London.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental, ecological, and marine survey services, particularly those with expertise in studying aquatic ecosystems and the impacts of renewable energy developments. The procurement requirements suggested that bidders demonstrate precise technical credentials like a Home Office Project Licence for specific research activities. The study offers a chance for firms to expand their portfolios in eco-sensitive research and engage in projects that contribute to public sector knowledge and environmental conservation. Companies that have experience with large-scale marine surveys and can deliver research within designated conservation areas would find this tender fit for generating impactful growth and securing further contracts of similar nature.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

OWD - Study of salmonids migration routes in the rivers of the Forth and Tay region, East Coast of Scotland

Notice Description

The Offshore Wind Directorate requires a suitable contractor to research the potential impacts of offshore wind on migrating salmonids. This research will study salmonids migration routes in the rivers of the Forth and Tay region, East Coast of Scotland. It is expected to focus on rivers designated as Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) such as the Rrivers South Esk, Tay, Forth (Teith) and Tweed through the North sea.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Offshore Wind Directorate requires a suitable contractor to research the potential impacts of offshore wind on migrating salmonids. This research will study salmonids migration routes in the rivers of the Forth and Tay region, East Coast of Scotland. It is expected to focus on rivers designated as Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) such as the Rrivers South Esk, Tay, Forth (Teith) and Tweed through the North sea.

Options: There will be an option of a 6 month extension at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Renewal: There will be an option of a 6 month extension at the discretion of the Scottish Government

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce23
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005714-2026
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

71354500 - Marine survey services

79311000 - Survey services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
1
Supplier Name

Institute of Zoology, Zoological Society of London

Further Information

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