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In-field Recordings of Adds and Risk-Based Mapping of Potential Impacts to Target and Non-Target Species

Scottish Government

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06 Jan 2021 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is procuring services related to "In-field Recordings of Adds and Risk-Based Mapping of Potential Impacts to Target and Non-Target Species," focusing on the use of Acoustic Deterrent Devices (ADDs) at fish farms in Scotland. This procurement, classified under general public services, is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 PM on 5 February 2021. The total value of the contract is £41,666. The delivery is expected to occur within various locations across Scotland, specifically at both enclosed and open water sites that are not associated with active fish farms.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in environmental monitoring, marine biology, or acoustic engineering. Companies that specialise in acoustic technology, wildlife conservation, or data analysis would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. With the need for accurate measurement of noise levels and risk assessments regarding marine life, firms with experience in compliance with environmental regulations and partnerships with technical bodies are encouraged to participate in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

In-field Recordings of Adds and Risk-Based Mapping of Potential Impacts to Target and Non-Target Species

Notice Description

The use of Acoustic Deterrent Devices (ADDs) at fish farms to deter seals is common practice in the coastal regions of the west coast of Scotland. This practice aims to reduce stress to farmed fish and damage to nets and livestock. Other non-target species are potentially impacted by this practice, and those of greatest concern are whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans). One key knowledge gap lies in noise level measurements of the devices in the real-world and how the sound emitted from these devices propagates into the marine environment. With a better understanding of this, through gathering in-field sound/acoustic recordings, it would allow for a more robust assessment of the potential for impact to target (seals) and non-target (cetaceans) species through risk-based mapping approaches. The tenderer will undertake in-field sound/acoustic recordings of ADDs at an enclosed inlet / bay and an open water site, neither of which should be associated with an existing / operational fish farm. These recordings will be used to back-calculate source levels of ADDs and to produce risk-based maps for marine mammals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The use of Acoustic Deterrent Devices (ADDs) at fish farms to deter seals is common practice in the coastal regions of the west coast of Scotland. This practice aims to reduce stress to farmed fish and damage to nets and livestock. Other non-target species are potentially impacted by this practice, and those of greatest concern are whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans). One key knowledge gap lies in noise level measurements of the devices in the real-world and how the sound emitted from these devices propagates into the marine environment. With a better understanding of this, through gathering in-field sound/acoustic recordings, it would allow for a more robust assessment of the potential for impact to target (seals) and non-target (cetaceans) species through risk-based mapping approaches. The tenderer will undertake in-field sound/acoustic recordings of ADDs at an enclosed inlet / bay and an open water site, neither of which should be associated with an existing / operational fish farm. These recordings will be used to back-calculate source levels of ADDs and to produce risk-based maps for marine mammals.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000640450
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN403512
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73110000 - Research services

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£41,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2021 - 26 Aug 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN403512&idx=1
    6th January 2021 - Invitation to Tender
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN403512&idx=2
    6th January 2021 - Schedule 14 - Terms and conditions for provision of services
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN403512
    In-field Recordings of Adds and Risk-Based Mapping of Potential Impacts to Target and Non-Target Species - The use of Acoustic Deterrent Devices (ADDs) at fish farms to deter seals is common practice in the coastal regions of the west coast of Scotland. This practice aims to reduce stress to farmed fish and damage to nets and livestock. Other non-target species are potentially impacted by this practice, and those of greatest concern are whales, dolphins and porpoises (cetaceans). One key knowledge gap lies in noise level measurements of the devices in the real-world and how the sound emitted from these devices propagates into the marine environment. With a better understanding of this, through gathering in-field sound/acoustic recordings, it would allow for a more robust assessment of the potential for impact to target (seals) and non-target (cetaceans) species through risk-based mapping approaches. The tenderer will undertake in-field sound/acoustic recordings of ADDs at an enclosed inlet / bay and an open water site, neither of which should be associated with an existing / operational fish farm. These recordings will be used to back-calculate source levels of ADDs and to produce risk-based maps for marine mammals.

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