Award

Purchase of Oceanographic Data Buoy

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking to procure an oceanographic data buoy as part of their efforts to monitor climate change effects on coastal environments in Scotland. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, following an open tender initiated on 29 October 2019, with the bid submission deadline having ended on 28 November 2019. The active contract, valued at £65,452, was signed on 14 February 2020. The delivery of the equipment is intended for operation by scientific staff from Marine Scotland at the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of scientific equipment, particularly those specializing in maritime or environmental monitoring technologies. Suppliers with a focus on innovative goods and robust quality management practices will be particularly well-suited to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as evidenced by several bids received for this project, indicating a competitive environment where firms can showcase their capabilities in delivering niche products essential for environmental monitoring.

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Notice Title

Purchase of Oceanographic Data Buoy

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase an oceanographic data buoy for oceanographic monitoring, integrated within the SCObs coastal network to assess climate change effects on coastal environment. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase an oceanographic data buoy for oceanographic monitoring, integrated within the SCObs coastal network to assess climate change effects on coastal environment. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000602559
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR385321
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

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

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

45214630 - Scientific installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,452 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Feb 20206 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2020 - 31 Mar 2020 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)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OSIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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