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Vessel charter for drop-down video survey, Inner Sound of Skye

SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Scottish Natural Heritage, based in Inverness, which initiated a tender for the "Vessel charter for drop-down video survey, Inner Sound of Skye." This contract falls under the environmental protection sector and was initiated in June 2021. The procurement method is open, with a submission deadline of 12:00 noon on 9 July 2021, and involves a charter of a vessel to conduct specific survey work in the Inner Sound of Skye, covering areas such as Scalpay and Longay. The estimated contract value is below £50,000, categorising it as a non-regulated procurement.

This tender presents an opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in marine services and environmental research to engage in government contracts. Businesses specialising in vessel charters, marine survey work, and those capable of offering ecological consultancy services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The project aims to enhance understanding of marine habitats, making it particularly relevant for companies focused on environmental sustainability and research in aquatic environments.

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Notice Title

Vessel charter for drop-down video survey, Inner Sound of Skye

Notice Description

NatureScot wish to charter a vessel able to undertake drop-down video (DDV) survey work within the Inner Sound of Skye around Scalpay, Longay, Pabay, the Crowlin Islands and to the north of Applecross off Lonbain and Cuaig. The aims of the survey are to ascertain the distribution of flapper skate egg-laying habitat around the Red Rocks and Longay MPA and to improve understanding of the distribution of seabed habitats in adjacent areas. Full details are contained within the Statement of Requirements document attached to this Notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NatureScot wish to charter a vessel able to undertake drop-down video (DDV) survey work within the Inner Sound of Skye around Scalpay, Longay, Pabay, the Crowlin Islands and to the north of Applecross off Lonbain and Cuaig. The aims of the survey are to ascertain the distribution of flapper skate egg-laying habitat around the Red Rocks and Longay MPA and to improve understanding of the distribution of seabed habitats in adjacent areas. Full details are contained within the Statement of Requirements document attached to this Notice.. Please note that the value of this contract opportunity is below GBP50,000 and so this is not a 'regulated procurement'. The PCS portal is being used only to potentially reach a wider field of interested parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000658357
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429699
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63726400 - Ship chartering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
29 Jul 2021 - 7 Aug 2021 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
contract.advertising@nature.scot, enquiries@nature.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1463725097

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 8NW
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FV LADY NICOLA

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN419247
    Vessel charter for drop-down video survey, Inner Sound of Skye - NatureScot wish to charter a vessel able to undertake drop-down video (DDV) survey work within the Inner Sound of Skye around Scalpay, Longay, Pabay, the Crowlin Islands and to the north of Applecross off Lonbain and Cuaig. The aims of the survey are to ascertain the distribution of flapper skate egg-laying habitat around the Red Rocks and Longay MPA and to improve understanding of the distribution of seabed habitats in adjacent areas. Full details are contained within the Statement of Requirements document attached to this Notice.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429699
    Vessel charter for drop-down video survey, Inner Sound of Skye - NatureScot wish to charter a vessel able to undertake drop-down video (DDV) survey work within the Inner Sound of Skye around Scalpay, Longay, Pabay, the Crowlin Islands and to the north of Applecross off Lonbain and Cuaig. The aims of the survey are to ascertain the distribution of flapper skate egg-laying habitat around the Red Rocks and Longay MPA and to improve understanding of the distribution of seabed habitats in adjacent areas. Full details are contained within the Statement of Requirements document attached to this Notice.

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