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Acoustic Release Systems

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting a public procurement exercise for "Acoustic Release Systems", aimed at supplying medium load acoustic releases, including Pop Up Canister Assemblies. This procurement falls under the goods category and will serve scientific operations at Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 9th January 2019. The awarded contract, valued at £63,000, was signed on 25th February 2019, with anticipated delivery for use around the coast of Scotland.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in the design, supply, and development of technical marine equipment, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the maritime, scientific, or engineering sectors. Companies with a proven track record of similar product supply and those equipped to manage quality assurance practices will likely excel in competing for future tenders of this nature. Interested suppliers should ensure they meet the financial and technical requirements outlined in the tender to enhance their chances of success.

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Notice Title

Acoustic Release Systems

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including Pop Up Canister Assemblies or other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including Pop Up Canister Assemblies or other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000566649
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR352192
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
£63,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£78,530 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20197 years ago
Contract Period
13 Feb 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
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, kathy.johnston@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312441278, +44 1312443567

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3DG
Post Town
Edinburgh
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

RS AQUA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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