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DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

09 Feb 2026 at 15:06

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

22 Dec 2025 at 14:50

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), located in Belfast, is involved in procuring fish food for its Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station. This procurement process operates under the category of goods within the UK and employs an open procedure method. Although the initial tender, referenced as ID 6119079, was cancelled on 9th February 2026 due to non-compliant bids, there is an opportunity for the procurement to be re-tendered shortly. This contract encompasses two lots: Freshwater Trout Fish Diet and Salmon Feed Diet, each planned for a duration from 25th February 2026 to 24th February 2029, with possible extensions up to 2031.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in producing and supplying prepared animal feeds, particularly fish food. Companies with a robust supply chain and quality control, as well as efficient contract management systems, are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, as they are deemed suitable for the contract requirements. With a total estimated contract value of £1.08 million and a focus on quality and cost-effectiveness, businesses can significantly benefit from successful engagements, enhancing their market presence in the aquatic feed sector. This tender promises a recurring business opportunity, laying the foundation for potential long-term growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food

Notice Description

Inland Fisheries (a branch within The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs) wishes to establish a contract for the provision of the supply of Fish Food for both the Fish Farm and the Salmon Research Station. This Contract will comprise of 2 Lots, details of which are set out below: Lot 1: Freshwater Trout fish diet for Movanagher Fish Farm Lot 2: Salmon feed diet for River Bush Salmon Station Each Lot will be evaluated and awarded independently of each other. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Supplier can bid for or be awarded. Suppliers must ensure that if they are bidding for multiple Lots that they have the capacity to deliver the services in the event that they are successful in more than one Lot. Each Lot under this Contract will be awarded on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) with a single supplier awarded each Lot. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract.

Lot Information

Freshwater Trout Fish Diet for Movanagher Fish Farm

Supply and delivery of Trout fish food to Movanagher Fish Farm, 152 Vow Road, Artnagross, Ballymoney, Co Antrim, BT53 7NT, Northern Ireland. The specfication sets out the different type of fish food required.

Renewal: there are options to extend for a further two periods of up to and including 1 year each.

Salmon Feed Diet for River Bush Salmon Station

Supply and delivery of Salmon fish food to River Bush Salmon Station, 21 Church Street, Bushmills, Co Antrim, BT51 3TW, Northern Ireland. The specfication sets out the different type of fish food required.

Renewal: there are options to extend for a further two periods of up to and including 1 year each.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011461-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

CPV Codes

15710000 - Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals

15711000 - Fish food

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-09-02

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Further Information

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