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Peatland ACTION - Feasibility Study - FS87 - Altnaharra (North) - Sutherland - Highlands

SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE (NATSCOT)

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Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Natural Heritage (NATScot) has awarded a contract for a feasibility study under the "Peatland ACTION - Feasibility Study - FS87 - Altnaharra (North) – Sutherland - Highlands" project. The project falls within the environmental protection category and is located in the UKM region. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract awarded to APEM ltd for a value of GBP 19,646.16. The process followed an open procurement method, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. The key dates include the tender start date on 23 June 2023 and the contract's signing on 19 July 2023. The contract period is set from 21 July 2023 to 22 December 2023.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental protection and related services. The project focuses on peatland restoration, creating growth potential for businesses with expertise in ecological assessments, environmental consulting, and land management. Large companies like APEM ltd have successfully secured the contract, indicating that businesses with substantial resources and relevant experience are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The open procurement method used in this process allows for a broad range of businesses to participate, fostering a competitive market environment.

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Notice Title

Peatland ACTION - Feasibility Study - FS87 - Altnaharra (North) - Sutherland - Highlands

Notice Description

Peatland ACTION - Feasibility Study - FS87 - Altnaharra (North) - Sutherland - Highlands

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000736473
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB524037
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,646 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2023 - 22 Dec 2023 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 NATURAL HERITAGE (NATSCOT)
Additional Buyers

NATURESCOT

Contact Name
Donald Nayar
Contact Email
peatlandactiontender@nature.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313162635

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 7AT
Post Town
Edinburgh
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

APEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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