Tender

Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne

RSPB SCOTLAND

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Tender

26 Jan 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

RSPB Scotland has initiated a tender process titled "Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne," falling under the industry category of Environmental Protection. This process is currently in the tender stage and adopts an open procurement method, allowing for electronic submissions. The tender, which involves carrying out lethal control of foxes and hooded crows to benefit breeding waders, is located in Lower Lough Erne, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Potential bidders should note the end date for submissions is set for 23rd February 2026, following which the award period commences on the same date. The work is part of a wider project, with a contract period lasting 720 days and possible renewals dependent on future funding.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in wildlife management or pest control services, particularly those with expertise in environmentally sensitive methods. It is ideal for businesses capable of adhering to regional legislative and general licence requirements, a crucial compliance factor for this contract. Companies with a strong track record in predator control and those able to deliver high standards of safety and ecological sensitivity stand to benefit and grow through successful execution of this contract. This could potentially open new avenues for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the UK environmental services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne

Notice Description

To carry out lethal control of foxes and hooded crows for the benefit on breeding waders on Lower Lough Erne, co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this work is to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at RSPB Lower Lough Erne Islands Reserve in compliance with the legislation and General License requirements in Northern Ireland, the RSPB's Vertebrate Control policy and the RSPB's Health and Safety policy. This work is being carried out for the benefit of breeding waders.

Renewal: dependent on future funding

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548028
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

45262640 - Environmental improvement works

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RSPB SCOTLAND
Contact Name
Seán Woods
Contact Email
sean.woods@rspb.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313174100

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DH
Post Town
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
TLN0G Fermanagh and Omagh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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