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Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings

Marine Conservation Society

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

03 Apr 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

29 Oct 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Planning

29 Sep 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Marine Conservation Society, based in Edinburgh, is overseeing the Scottish Seascapes project, focusing on increasing the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg. The project is part of the industry category of "Recreation, culture and religion" and involves the planning, purchase, and installation of Advanced Mooring Systems (AMS). The procurement process has progressed from planning to tender and is now at the award stage, with contracts signed as of 3 April 2026. The procurement method was conducted via an open procedure, ensuring transparency and broad competition. Strategic delivery locations have been identified, coupling community input with scientific surveys informed by previous related projects like ReMEDIES. Final design and implementation will incorporate guidance from local heritage trusts and project management specialists. The tender closed in November 2025 with contracts awarded shortly thereafter, marking continued progress in marine conservation efforts.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in the design, manufacture, and installation of eco-friendly mooring systems. It is particularly suited for SMEs with experience in conservation projects, offering the potential for further assignments within similar environmental schemes. Interested suppliers are encouraged to demonstrate strong project management capabilities and a history of successful delivery in comparable contexts. Businesses can leverage this opportunity to build their portfolio in sustainable marine engineering, collaborating with local initiatives and contributing to community-led environmental resilience. The accelerated procedure underscores the demand for speedy, competent delivery, promising engaged suppliers an immediate foothold in the impactful conservation landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings

Notice Description

This invitation to tender covers 4 lots (contracts) to increase the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg, Small Isles, Scotland through the planning, purchase and installation of Advance Mooring Systems (AMS). These contracts include the procurement of capital equipment. All procurement will be undertaken by the Marine Conservation Society in alignment with their procurement policy. Priority locations have been identified by the community and seagrass surveys carried out in summer/autumn 2025. The contractor is expected to build upon this work, as well as take into consideration work undertaken by other initiatives and projects such as the ReMEDIES project on the south coast of England and any previous work carried out on the Isle of Eigg. Building on previous work and with the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver the following: a) WP1: Front end engineering & design b) WP2: Design & manufacture c) WP3: Installation d) WP4: Inspections & maintenance

Lot Information

Eco-mooring design & manufacture

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *design & manufacture* comprising the following: a) Design and manufacture for up to 10 moorings, installed at the same time or split into 5 per year over 2 consecutive years; b) Aid the Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust select final AMS model(s) that suit the chosen locations and suit the community's needs; c) Aid the Project Manager in sourcing suitable moorings.

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring installation

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *eco-mooring installation* comprising the following: a) Installation planning and recommendations for maintenance for up to 10 moorings, installed at the same time, or split into 5 per year over 2 consecutive years; b) Organise and supervise the installation of the AMS; c) Aid the Project Manager & Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust with finding suitable insurance policies for AMS.

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring inspections & maintenance

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *inspections & maintenance* comprising the following: a) Annual inspections b) Maintenance costs

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring front end engineering & design

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *front end engineering & design* comprising the following: a) Pre-project planning, to include assessment of the proposed area and finalisation of locations around Eigg; b) Aid the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust and the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager in securing relevant permissions and licences.

Renewal: Extensions may be requested under extreme circumstances

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000810666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553249
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45262421 - Offshore mooring work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£91,367 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
18 Mar 20265 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
Marine Conservation Society
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH3 8EG
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
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Blue Parameters Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542291&idx=3
    30th October 2025 - Annex 2: Marine Conservation EDI Policy
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542291&idx=2
    30th October 2025 - Annex 1: Marine Conservation Society Procurement Policy
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=OCT542291&idx=1
    30th October 2025 - Details of Tender
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540175
    Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings - This invitation to tender covers 4 lots (contracts) to increase the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg, Small Isles, Scotland through the planning, purchase and installation of Advance Mooring Systems (AMS). These contracts include the procurement of capital equipment. All procurement will be undertaken by the Marine Conservation Society in alignment with their procurement policy. Priority locations have been identified by the community and seagrass surveys carried out in summer/autumn 2025. The contractor is expected to build upon this work, as well as take into consideration work undertaken by other initiatives and projects such as the ReMEDIES project on the south coast of England and any previous work carried out on the Isle of Eigg. Building on previous work and with the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver the following: a) WP1: Front end engineering & design b) WP2: Design & manufacture c) WP3: Installation d) WP4: Inspections & maintenance
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT542291
    Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings - This invitation to tender covers 4 lots (contracts) to increase the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg, Small Isles, Scotland through the planning, purchase and installation of Advance Mooring Systems (AMS). These contracts include the procurement of capital equipment. All procurement will be undertaken by the Marine Conservation Society in alignment with their procurement policy. Priority locations have been identified by the community and seagrass surveys carried out in summer/autumn 2025. The contractor is expected to build upon this work, as well as take into consideration work undertaken by other initiatives and projects such as the ReMEDIES project on the south coast of England and any previous work carried out on the Isle of Eigg. Building on previous work and with the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver the following: a) WP1: Front end engineering & design b) WP2: Design & manufacture c) WP3: Installation d) WP4: Inspections & maintenance
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553249
    Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings - This invitation to tender covers 4 lots (contracts) to increase the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg, Small Isles, Scotland through the planning, purchase and installation of Advance Mooring Systems (AMS). These contracts include the procurement of capital equipment. All procurement will be undertaken by the Marine Conservation Society in alignment with their procurement policy. Priority locations have been identified by the community and seagrass surveys carried out in summer/autumn 2025. The contractor is expected to build upon this work, as well as take into consideration work undertaken by other initiatives and projects such as the ReMEDIES project on the south coast of England and any previous work carried out on the Isle of Eigg. Building on previous work and with the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver the following: a) WP1: Front end engineering & design b) WP2: Design & manufacture c) WP3: Installation d) WP4: Inspections & maintenance

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