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Self-Contained Acoustic Current Profiling Instrument and trawl resistant bed frame

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting a public procurement process for the purchase of a Self-Contained Acoustic Current Profiling Instrument and a trawl resistant bed frame. This procurement falls under the goods category and is located in Scottish waters, with an open procedure procurement method. The tender was initiated on 21st September 2018, and responses were accepted until 19th October 2018, at which point the contract was awarded to Nortek. The total contract value is approximately £80,000.

This tender presents a noteworthy opportunity for businesses in marine technology and instrumentation, particularly those specialising in acoustic profiling or similar technologies. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for deployment in marine environments, as well as those with relevant experience in government contracts, would be well-positioned to compete. Suppliers are encouraged to prepare for future opportunities that may arise as the Scottish Government continues to invest in marine research and monitoring initiatives.

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Notice Title

Self-Contained Acoustic Current Profiling Instrument and trawl resistant bed frame

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase an acoustic profiling current meter and trawl resistant instrument frame for deployment on the Scottish continental shelf slope in water depths of up to 500 m. The instrument will be mounted in a gimbal to keep the instrument level and the instrument frame will be recovered using an acoustic release recovery mechanism (not included in the tender).

Lot Information

Self-Contained Acoustic Current Profiling Instrument

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase an acoustic profiling current meter and trawl resistant instrument frame for deployment on the Scottish continental shelf slope in water depths of up to 500 m. The instrument will be mounted in a gimbal to keep the instrument level and the instrument frame will be recovered using an acoustic release recovery mechanism (not included in the tender).

Trawl Resistant Bed Frame

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase an acoustic profiling current meter and trawl resistant instrument frame for deployment on the Scottish continental shelf slope in water depths of up to 500 m. The instrument will be mounted in a gimbal to keep the instrument level and the instrument frame will be recovered using an acoustic release recovery mechanism (not included in the tender).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000558417
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR352198
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

45214630 - Scientific installations

71351920 - Oceanography and hydrology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,726 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20197 years ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORTEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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