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ID 6385073 DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food

Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs - DAERA

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 May 2026 at 17:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

02 Apr 2026 at 14:53

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

10 Feb 2026 at 11:31

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland has completed a procurement process for the supply of fish food for Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station. The contract, titled "DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food," was carried out using an open procedure and focused on the goods category under the public authority central government in the UK. The procurement process included two lots, one for freshwater trout and the other for salmon feed, both evaluated independently with an estimated value of £900,000. This award was finalised and signed on 17th April 2026, with a contract period extending until 17th April 2029, plus potential extensions up to a maximum of April 2031.

This tender offers opportunities for growth especially for businesses in the fish feed production sector capable of delivering quality products on a scalable level. It was awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender, which balances cost and quality, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of competing bids. Businesses that can efficiently manage supply chains and maintain stringent quality control standards would find the requirements of this tender well within their expertise. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular, with the capability to accommodate inconsistent demand, were encouraged to participate, making it a substantial opportunity for niche suppliers looking to enhance their market presence in governmental contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ID 6385073 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) wished 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 comprises 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 was evaluated and awarded independently of each other. There was no restrictions on the number of lots a Supplier can bid for or be awarded. Suppliers were to 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 is awarded on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) with a single supplier awarded each Lot. Suppliers can refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract. The estimated usage figures found within the Pricing Schedule were based on historical data and do not guarantee a minimum demand or uptake; actual usage may fluctuate upwards or downwards. Given this it is difficult to quantify an exact figure, however the estimated value for the combination of both lots is PS900,000 (ex VAT). This does not cover any price reviews.

Lot Information

Lot 1. 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.

Lot 2. 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
ocds-h6vhtk-064c31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041234-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Apr 20264 months ago
Contract Period
18 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-11-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs - DAERA
Additional Buyers

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIOMAR LIMITED

Further Information

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