Tender

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING

RSPB SCOTLAND

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Tender

27 Jan 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Scotland is seeking qualified contractors for the provision of predator control services at Upper Lough Erne, County Fermanagh. This initiative, subject to funding, is currently in the tender stage with a deadline for submissions by 23rd February 2026. The tender falls under the environmental protection category and operates as an open procedure, allowing electronic and written submissions. The project location is specifically situated in Upper Lough Erne and aims to address wildlife management to ensure compliance with Northern Ireland legislative frameworks and RSPB's internal safety policies.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for firms specialising in wildlife management or environmental protection services. Companies with expertise in predator control, particularly those equipped with knowledge on compliance with the General License requirements in Northern Ireland, are encouraged to apply. The contract offers the potential for business growth through engagement in a multi-year project, with a contract period starting from 1st April 2026 through to 31st March 2028. The environmentally focused work aligns well with businesses prioritising sustainability and ecological preservation. Engaging in this project can enhance credentials, expand service offerings, and solidify partnerships with established environmental organisations like the RSPB.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING

Notice Description

We seek a contractor to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites. This will be delivered 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.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this work is to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821727
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548087
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77600000 - Hunting services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Today
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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
Additional Buyers

RSPB NORTHERN IRELAND

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

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548087
    TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING - We seek a contractor to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites. This will be delivered 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.

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