Award

Marine Acoustic Cetacean Click Detectors

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Award

18 Dec 2025 at 00:00

Tender

06 Oct 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is inviting tenders for the project titled "Marine Acoustic Cetacean Click Detectors," under the central purchasing authority, based in Edinburgh. This tender relates to the procurement of goods within the 'General public services' industry category, specifically for marine acoustic technology. The current stage of the procurement is the tender phase, and it uses an open procedure method. Businesses must submit their electronic bids by 12:00 PM on 6th November 2025, with awards starting the same day by 1:00 PM. The contract aims to facilitate the Scottish Government's Marine Directorate in long-term static monitoring of marine mammals, which highlights its regional priority in the Scottish maritime area, indicated by the location delivery address within the UKM region.

This tender presents a compelling opportunity for businesses specialising in marine technology and environmental monitoring devices. Companies with capabilities in producing sophisticated acoustic monitoring equipment, particularly those with previous experience in coastal and marine ecosystems, will find this contract particularly suitable. Ensuring compliance with the stipulated economic criteria regarding financial turnover and possessing strong quality management credentials could significantly enhance a company's competitive edge. Additionally, this procurement supports business growth through a strategic partnership with a prominent governmental body, facilitating long-term regional expansion and collaboration in specialised marine projects. Interested businesses should prepare for a comprehensive tender submission, ensuring all technical specifications and financial prerequisites are thoroughly addressed.

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Notice Title

Marine Acoustic Cetacean Click Detectors

Notice Description

The Marine Directorate invites tenders for the purchase of marine acoustic cetacean click detectors for the purposes of long-term static monitoring of marine mammals.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate invites tenders for the purchase of marine acoustic cetacean click detectors for the purposes of long-term static monitoring of marine mammals as detailed with the specification included in ITT (Invitation to Tender) document.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000812147
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545972
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£98,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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, Sarah Galloway
Contact Email
bob.mcleod@gov.scot, sarah.galloway2@gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1312442500

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
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

CHELONIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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