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Tender for acoustic receivers with release systems

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Scottish Government seeking bids for a tender titled "Tender for acoustic receivers with release systems." This initiative falls under the goods category within the marine industry, specifically focused on enhancing marine monitoring capabilities. The tender was initiated in November 2020, with a submission deadline set for December 9, 2020, during the medium of an open procedure. The project's objectives include replacing existing equipment and expanding the receiver network to enhance data resolution for tracking fish movements related to marine renewable development sites, with the execution taking place primarily in Scotland.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental monitoring equipment, particularly those involved in marine technology and acoustic systems. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant experience, technical capabilities, and a strong grasp of quality management will be particularly well-suited to compete. By successfully bidding on this contract, companies can not only engage in environmentally sustainable projects but also position themselves as key suppliers to governmental bodies working on crucial marine conservation efforts.

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Notice Title

Tender for acoustic receivers with release systems

Notice Description

Marine Scotland have a requirement to replace some existing equipment and to expand the number of receivers to form a "Deepwater Vector Array (DVA)" to provide higher resolution detection data including on fish released within the array and allow fish to be tracked further off shore. This is required to understand smolt movements in relation to marine renewables development sites. The array will also produce information for any other acoustically tagged fish which pass through it.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Scotland have a requirement to replace some existing equipment and to expand the number of receivers to form a "Deepwater Vector Array (DVA)" to provide higher resolution detection data including on fish released within the array and allow fish to be tracked further off shore. This is required to understand smolt movements in relation to marine renewables development sites. The array will also produce information for any other acoustically tagged fish which pass through it.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000635934
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR409432
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

34930000 - Marine equipment

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

38296000 - Surveying instruments

71351920 - Oceanography and hydrology services

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,510 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2021 - 26 Feb 2021 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
morepowersprocurement@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1412420133

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
N/A
Post Town
Glasgow
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

RS AQUA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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