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Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Aquatic Sample Processing and Taxonomic Determination

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)

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Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council (Harbour Authority) has released an invitation to tender for the provision of aquatic sample processing and taxonomic determination. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and seeks to appoint a contractor for a period of three years, with the possibility of extending for two additional 12 month periods. Located in Kirkwall, within the UKM65 region, the procurement falls under the services industry category and is valued at £300,000. Interested parties must submit their electronic bids by 8 July 2025, at noon. This open procedure is part of Orkney Islands Council's marine non-native species monitoring programme, serving as a component of their Ballast Water Management Policy, with operations commencing on 4 August 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine and environmental services. Companies that have expertise in aquatic ecosystems, taxonomic studies, and environmental consultancy are well-suited to participate in this procurement. In addition, the emphasis on a programme of monitoring and sample collection offers smaller niche enterprises a chance to gain a foothold in public contracts. The extended contract period and potential for further extensions provide a stable engagement, which can promote business growth and expansion into public sector markets. The requirement for electronic submission aligns with streamlined operations, appealing to tech-savvy businesses seeking efficient engagement methods.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Aquatic Sample Processing and Taxonomic Determination

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council, Marine Services are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of sample processing and taxonomic determination for a 3-year period (with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 months). The Contract will commence on 4 August 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Island Council, Marine Services conducts marine non-native species monitoring as part of its Ballast Water Management Policy (adopted December 2013). During this monitoring programme samples are collected from several locations within Scapa Flow, Orkney. In addition, samples are also collected from visiting yacht mooring (buoys and mooring chains). One overall tender is required for the following, split as detailed below: Project 1 - Non-native species monitoring programme (Option A and Option B). Project 2 - Visiting Yacht Mooring surveys.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extensions, subject to satisfactory contractor performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000800989
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT541347
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71610000 - Composition and purity testing and analysis services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71632000 - Technical testing services

71900000 - Laboratory services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£283,670 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
May / June 2030

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL (HARBOUR AUTHORITY)
Contact Name
Denise Link
Contact Email
denise.link@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APEM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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