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OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

10 Sep 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

27 May 2025 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Planning

20 Mar 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government awarded a contract titled "OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments" to the University of Exeter. The project involves carrying out eDNA analysis, metabarcoding, and bioinformatics on water and sediment samples to evaluate the effectiveness of eDNA sampling for marine renewable energy developments. The procurement falls under the services category and follows an open procedure. The award was announced on 10th September 2025, with the contract having been signed on 8th September 2025. This initiative is managed by the Scottish Government from Glasgow, with a focus on environmental DNA methods in marine settings. The contract’s value is £76,633.08, with possible extensions up to July 2026.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in environmental services, particularly those with capabilities in eDNA analysis and marine biodiversity assessments. Companies with expertise in marine environmental impact assessments, bioinformatics, and related consultancy services could greatly benefit by positioning themselves as key players in the expanding sector of marine renewables. Participation requires compliance with specific economic, financial, and technical criteria, making it ideal for businesses with robust supply chain management and environmental measures. The open procurement method ensures fair competition, allowing even smaller enterprises to vie alongside larger firms, fostering innovation in marine environmental services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments

Notice Description

The Offshore Wind Directorate (OWD) is looking for a suitable Service Provider to carry out eDNA analysis, metabarcoding and bioinformatics of water and sediment samples collected from the marine environment. This work will feed into a project assessing the effectiveness of eDNA-based sampling for environmental assessments for marine renewable energy developments and propose guidelines for standardised sampling strategies.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Offshore Wind Directorate (OWD) invites a tender from a suitable Service Provider to carry out eDNA analysis and metabarcoding of water and sediment samples collected from the marine environment. This work will feed into a project to provide clarity on the suitability of environmental DNA (eDNA) in a context of delivery of data necessary for biodiversity assessments in the marine environment. This project would also support the delivery of guidelines for consistent approaches to survey sampling design and utilisation of eDNA-based biodiversity data for environmental impact assessments for potential Marine Renewables (MR) installations.. The contract may be extended by one period of up to 3 months to a date falling no later than 21 July 2026.

Renewal: The Scottish Government reserve the right to extend the contract by up to 3 months. The inclusion of the option to extend is intended to mitigate any potential delays in project deliverables.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000793902
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538896
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, 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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

38950000 - Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

38951000 - Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) equipment

71900000 - Laboratory services

73112000 - Marine research services

90710000 - Environmental management

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£76,633 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
1 May 2025Expired
Award Date
8 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURBH
Postcode
EH6 6QQ
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

University of Exeter

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR526488&idx=1
    20th March 2025 - eDNA metabarcoding PIN and RFI
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526488
    OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments - The Offshore Wind Directorate (OWD) is looking for a suitable Service Provider to carry out eDNA analysis, metabarcoding and bioinformatics of water and sediment samples collected from the marine environment. This work will feed into a project assessing the effectiveness of eDNA-based sampling for environmental assessments for marine renewable energy developments and propose guidelines for standardised sampling strategies.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY531179
    OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments - The Offshore Wind Directorate (OWD) is looking for a suitable Service Provider to carry out eDNA analysis, metabarcoding and bioinformatics of water and sediment samples collected from the marine environment. This work will feed into a project assessing the effectiveness of eDNA-based sampling for environmental assessments for marine renewable energy developments and propose guidelines for standardised sampling strategies.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538896
    OWD-Assessing environmental DNA sampling methods for environmental assessments of marine renewable developments - The Offshore Wind Directorate (OWD) is looking for a suitable Service Provider to carry out eDNA analysis, metabarcoding and bioinformatics of water and sediment samples collected from the marine environment. This work will feed into a project assessing the effectiveness of eDNA-based sampling for environmental assessments for marine renewable energy developments and propose guidelines for standardised sampling strategies.

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