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Statutory monitoring for Scottish Coastal Observatory site: Loch Ewe

Scottish Government

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

24 Sep 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, located in Edinburgh, has initiated an open tender process for the "Statutory monitoring for Scottish Coastal Observatory site: Loch Ewe." This contract pertains to services within the general public services industry, specifically requiring monitoring activities at the Loch Ewe location in Scotland (UKM region). The tender process is currently in the "Tender" stage, with the deadline for submission set for 24th October 2025 at 12:00 GMT. To express interest or submit proposals, participants must do so electronically via the specified submission site. The contract is valued at £180,000 GBP and aims for a service period commencing on 1st April 2026, concluding on 31st March 2029, with a potential 12-month extension option.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies specializing in environmental monitoring, marine science, or related fields, providing a chance to engage with a substantial governmental project over an extended period. Businesses equipped with a strong technical background, detailed understanding of quality management procedures, and previous experience in similar coastal monitoring projects are well-suited to compete. Given the economic criteria, bidders should demonstrate a minimum specific yearly turnover of £50,000 and meet specific insurance and financial stability requirements. Engaging in this project can not only offer stable revenue but also enhance a company's portfolio through collaboration with a national authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Statutory monitoring for Scottish Coastal Observatory site: Loch Ewe

Notice Description

Marine Directorate require monitoring to be carried out in Loch Ewe. Detailed protocols from Marine Directorate will be provided which will describe the sampling methods in detail. These will need to be strictly followed to ensure that sample integrity is maintained.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Statutory monitoring for Scottish Coastal Observatory site: Loch Ewe.

Renewal: Optional 12 month extension

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000811133
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545767
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - 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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£200,720 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Postcode Area
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

W&J Grant

Further Information

Notice Documents

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