Planning

Goose marksman contract, Isle of Islay

SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE (OPERATING AS 'NATURESCOT')

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Natural Heritage, operating as 'NatureScot', is currently in the planning stage of a tender for the "Goose marksman contract" aimed at managing barnacle geese on the Isle of Islay. This procurement falls under the environmental protection sector and is expected to be crucial for safeguarding local agriculture. The initial contract period is from 1 November 2021 to 31 March 2022, with a potential extension to a two-year seasonal contract. Interested contractors must submit their contact details via email by 1700 hours on Monday 2 August 2021 to be considered for participation in the bidding process.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in wildlife management, agricultural services, and environmental consultancy. Companies with expertise in licensed wildlife control, particularly those equipped with the necessary firearms and certifications, are well-suited to compete for this contract. Collaborating with NatureScot and local farming communities could further enhance prospects for business growth, making this an appealing and strategic opportunity within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Goose marksman contract, Isle of Islay

Notice Description

The appointed contractor will be required to carry out the licensed shooting of barnacle geese, as part of a programme of scaring designed to prevent serious agricultural damage. These works are carried out as part of the Islay Goose Management Scheme. Possession of suitable firearms and accompanying certificates, in addition to a driving licence, are essential. The contractor will work closely with the NatureScot office in Bowmore and the local farming community. The contract is initially for the period 1 November 2021 to 31 March 2022 with possibility of extension to a two-year (seasonal) contract. If you are interested in being formally invited to quote for this work, please email your contact details to morven.laurie@nature.scot by 1700 hours on Monday 2 August 2021. We will then decide which contractors to invite to quote (this will be done outwith the PCS portal, via email). A Contract Notice will not be published following this PIN, so please ignore the date at Section II.3.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The appointed contractor will be required to carry out the licensed shooting of barnacle geese, as part of a programme of scaring designed to prevent serious agricultural damage. These works are carried out as part of the Islay Goose Management Scheme. Possession of suitable firearms and accompanying certificates, in addition to a driving licence, are essential. The contractor will work closely with the NatureScot office in Bowmore and the local farming community. The contract is initially for the period 1 November 2021 to 31 March 2022 with possibility of extension to a two-year (seasonal) contract. If you are interested in being formally invited to quote for this work, please email your contact details to morven.laurie@nature.scot by 1700 hours on Monday 2 August 2021. We will then decide which contractors to invite to quote (this will be done outwith the PCS portal, via email).. Please note that this contract opportunity will also be advertised in local media.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000659658
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL420608
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70332100 - Land management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jul 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE (OPERATING AS 'NATURESCOT')
Contact Name
Morven Laurie
Contact Email
morven.laurie@nature.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313144153

Buyer Location

Locality
BOWMORE
Postcode
PA43 7JJ
Post Town
Paisley
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Kintyre and the Islands
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL420608
    Goose marksman contract, Isle of Islay - The appointed contractor will be required to carry out the licensed shooting of barnacle geese, as part of a programme of scaring designed to prevent serious agricultural damage. These works are carried out as part of the Islay Goose Management Scheme. Possession of suitable firearms and accompanying certificates, in addition to a driving licence, are essential. The contractor will work closely with the NatureScot office in Bowmore and the local farming community. The contract is initially for the period 1 November 2021 to 31 March 2022 with possibility of extension to a two-year (seasonal) contract. If you are interested in being formally invited to quote for this work, please email your contact details to morven.laurie@nature.scot by 1700 hours on Monday 2 August 2021. We will then decide which contractors to invite to quote (this will be done outwith the PCS portal, via email). A Contract Notice will not be published following this PIN, so please ignore the date at Section II.3.

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