Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Tender

09 Jun 2026 at 09:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking to establish and manage a trial hub for pre-processing end-of-life gear waste from the fishing and aquaculture sectors. This service contract involves setting up a collection point for the disposal and thorough processing of such gear. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the closing date for bid submissions set for 9th July 2026. The main industry category for this tender is aquatic marine services, and the contract is valued at £489,000. The project will require services to begin on 12th August 2026 and conclude by 11th February 2027. The open procedure method is being used for this procurement, and interested parties must submit their bids electronically via the specified platform. This initiative is located within the United Kingdom, specifically managed by the Marine Directorate, with operations taking place at the supplier’s premises.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in marine equipment and waste processing services. Companies geared toward recycling and environmental management, especially those experienced in handling marine and aquaculture gear, will find this project well within their capabilities. The tender calls for a comprehensive service that includes receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling, and sorting of gear. Businesses that thrive on logistical efficiency and possess significant technical facilities and quality management systems will be particularly well-suited. Furthermore, firms with a strong track record in marine services and a commitment to corporate social responsibility and fair work practices will align well with the contract requirements.

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Notice Title

Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors

Notice Description

Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054159-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

98361000 - Aquatic marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£489,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Aug 2026 - 11 Feb 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

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