Award

Developing a Library of Measures to Support Nature Recovery in Scotland's Marine Environment

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

18 Jul 2024 at 00:00

Tender

10 Nov 2023 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a research contract titled "Developing a Library of Measures to Support Nature Recovery in Scotland's Marine Environment" to APEM Ltd. The contract involves preparing a long-list of potential conservation and enhancement actions for marine nature recovery in Scotland. The procurement method used was an open procedure. The contract was signed on 11th June 2024, with a total value of £136,446. The procurement process was initiated by the Ministry of the Scottish Government, with the aim of delivering nature-positive outcomes in the region.

This tender opportunity provides a chance for businesses involved in environmental research and marine conservation to contribute to Scotland's nature recovery initiatives. Companies with expertise in nature restoration, academia, conservation, and marine developments may find this tender well-suited for their capabilities. The procurement stage is now complete, offering potential suppliers an opportunity to engage in strategic marine nature restoration projects in Scotland, supporting environmental sustainability and progress towards Good Environmental Status in the Marine Environment.

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Notice Title

Developing a Library of Measures to Support Nature Recovery in Scotland's Marine Environment

Notice Description

This research contract will draw together existing knowledge and outputs from nature restoration projects as well as academic, policy and grey literature on conservation and enhancement, to prepare a long-list ('library of measures') of potential conservation and enhancement actions that could be undertaken to support nature recovery and progress towards Good Environmental Status in Scotland's marine environment. This tender will inform a strategic approach to marine nature restoration in Scotland and contribute to delivering nature positive offshore wind and marine developments in the future.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This research contract will draw together existing knowledge and outputs from nature restoration projects as well as academic, policy and grey literature on conservation and enhancement, to prepare a long-list ('library of measures') of potential conservation and enhancement actions that could be undertaken to support nature recovery and progress towards Good Environmental Status in Scotland's marine environment. This tender will inform a strategic approach to marine nature restoration in Scotland and contribute to delivering nature positive offshore wind and marine developments in the future.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000750119
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510133
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

90710000 - Environmental management

90712000 - Environmental planning

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£136,446 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20241 years ago
Contract Period
26 Feb 2024 - 31 Aug 2024 6-12 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
Gary Crombie
Contact Email
gary.crombie@gov.scot, spoeprocurement@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1412425466, +44 7392287522

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
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

APEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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