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Analysis of Optimal Allocation of Nephrops Fishing Grounds in Scotland's Waters

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated a tender titled "Analysis of Optimal Allocation of Nephrops Fishing Grounds in Scotland's Waters", related to the general public services category. This procurement process, currently in the planning stage, aims to establish a baseline for the Nephrops industry in Scotland and assess optimal fishing ground allocations based on various policy objectives. The contract value is set at £80,000, with submissions due by 22nd June 2018, and the research will be conducted across Scotland's waters.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in marine research, consulting, and fisheries management. Companies with a strong background in ecological and economic analysis, particularly those experienced in fisheries management or similar services, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procurement method ensures that both large enterprises and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) can participate, fostering a competitive landscape that encourages innovative solutions and collaboration within the sector.

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Notice Title

Analysis of Optimal Allocation of Nephrops Fishing Grounds in Scotland's Waters

Notice Description

The aim of the research is to help inform and expand the evidence base supporting the Scottish Government's Future of Fisheries Management programme of work. This project will specifically look to build on existing data and evidence to establish a baseline of the Nephrops industry in Scotland before proceeding to develop an analytical framework or model to test for what an optimal Nephrops industry would look like under various policy objectives to be agreed with the steering group. This research will be undertaken across two stages, the first being to ascertain whether a deviation from optimal exists within the Nephrops fishery in Scotland's waters, and - if appropriate - the second identifying and measuring the distribution of costs and benefits of altering the allocation of Nephrops fishing grounds.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The aim of the research is to help inform and expand the evidence base supporting the Scottish Government's Future of Fisheries Management programme of work. This project will specifically look to build on existing data and evidence to establish a baseline of the Nephrops industry in Scotland before proceeding to develop an analytical framework or model to test for what an optimal Nephrops industry would look like under various policy objectives to be agreed with the steering group. This research will be undertaken across two stages, the first being to ascertain whether a deviation from optimal exists within the Nephrops fishery in Scotland's waters, and - if appropriate - the second identifying and measuring the distribution of costs and benefits of altering the allocation of Nephrops fishing grounds.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000544542
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB344400
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79311400 - Economic research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jan 20197 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2018 - 1 Dec 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
buildingstandards@gov.scot, maryanne.mcgoldrick@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312446537, +44 1312447556

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6GA
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
TLM Scotland

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANDERSON SOLUTIONS (CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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