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Mapping, evaluating and identifying opportunities for improvement in reprocessing infrastructure

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, specifically the Marine Directorate, has initiated a procurement process titled "Mapping, evaluating and identifying opportunities for improvement in reprocessing infrastructure," with the target of enhancing reprocessing infrastructure for end-of-life fishing and aquaculture gear across Scotland. This tender falls under the industry category of general public services with a focus on improving waste reprocessing facilities. The contract, now in the award stage, was awarded to Resource Futures for a value of £65,266.05, with the contract active as of 19th May 2025. The open procedure method was employed, indicating a transparent and competitive bidding process, with key dates initially set with the tender submission deadline by 20th January 2025 and project completion anticipated by 27th June 2025.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in waste management, specifically those involved in reprocessing plastic polymers in the fishing and aquaculture sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in environmental innovation, resource optimisation, and infrastructure evaluation could find this contract particularly rewarding. The expected deliverables include comprehensive mapping and reporting on the existing and potential reprocessing infrastructure. Companies with experience in delivering complex analysis and development projects, along with a solid understanding of the Scottish environmental policy and marine sectors, would be well-suited to compete for future tenders in this domain. Additionally, the requirement for a comprehensive understanding of current and projected capabilities positions businesses with cutting-edge analytical and technical competencies at the forefront of this contracting opportunity.

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Notice Title

Mapping, evaluating and identifying opportunities for improvement in reprocessing infrastructure

Notice Description

1.1 The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invites tenders for the provision of mapping, evaluating and identifying opportunities for improvement in reprocessing infrastructure relevant to end-of-life Scottish fishing and aquaculture gear.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This desk-based study will produce a waste reprocessing infrastructure report. The report should map out current, planned and proposed waste reprocessing infrastructure that is relevant to the plastic polymer waste stream from Scottish fishing and aquaculture sectors, and consider the sufficiency, opportunities and barriers to improvement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000786397
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY530617
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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,266 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 27 Jun 2025 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 GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
Bob McLeod
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RESOURCE FUTURES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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