Award

Calibration of Autonomous Underwater Broadband Recorders (CASE/5536)

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, operating as the buyer and situated in Edinburgh, has concluded the procurement process titled "Calibration of Autonomous Underwater Broadband Recorders (CASE/5536)." This tender falls under the services industry category, more specifically relating to areas such as economic affairs, health, and general public services. The procurement was facilitated through an open procedure, ensuring maximum transparency and competition. This contract, valued at £51,239, was awarded to Campbell Associates Limited, an SME based in Great Dunmow. The contract was signed on 10th December 2024, following a successful tender period which concluded with the final award notice on 31st July 2025. The completion and activation of this contract reflect the robust and strategic nature of procurement within the UK's public sector.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine technology and acoustics, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality calibration services for underwater equipment. SMEs with expertise in technical and environmental management, possessing robust quality management certifications such as ISO 9001, stand to greatly benefit from engaging in such competitive tender processes. The ability to demonstrate previous relevant experience and technical capacity is crucial for businesses looking to capitalise on similar future opportunities within the public sector, given the stringent selection criteria set forth by the Scottish Government.

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Notice Title

Calibration of Autonomous Underwater Broadband Recorders (CASE/5536)

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers through Marine Directorate are inviting a tender for a supplier to perform system calibration of underwater broadband sound recorders (hereafter referred to as broadband devices) on a bi-annual basis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate wishes to perform a full system calibration of various models of broadband devices. Further details on the devices Marine Directorate currently hold can be found in Annex B.

Renewal: Optional 12 month extension is available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000762019
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535880
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£105,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,239 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 May 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2024 - 31 May 2026 1-2 years
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
Iain Miller
Contact Email
iain.miller@gov.scot, simon.lucas@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312446263, +44 412425466

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
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

CAMPBELL ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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