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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting a tender for "Broadband Acoustic Loggers" as part of its procurement process for goods, targeting the industry of marine environmental monitoring. This procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 16 November 2018. The devices will be utilized for long-term monitoring of underwater noise and marine mammal vocalisations around the coasts of Scotland. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, ensuring a wide range of suppliers can participate, contributing to increased competition and innovation.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in marine technology and acoustic monitoring solutions. Companies with the capacity to provide robust underwater monitoring equipment that meets the stringent requirements outlined by Marine Scotland will be well-positioned to benefit. Additionally, those with experience in quality management and environmental standards will have an advantage in this procurement process. With a contract value estimated at £85,000, successful bidders will not only secure revenue but also establish a strong credentials in the growing field of marine conservation technology.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Broadband Acoustic Loggers

Notice Description

Marine Scotland requires to purchase up to 20 broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels across the east and north coasts of Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Scotland wish to purchase up to 20 broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels across the east and north coasts of Scotland.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000561537
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN356479
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

45214630 - Scientific installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jun 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20197 years ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2019 - 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
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
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

Loggerhead Instruments

Further Information

Notice Documents

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