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ITT - Hen Harrier & Merlin Surveys (NI & ROI SPAs) 2026-2029

RSPB

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jun 2026 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) initiated a procurement process for the "ITT – Hen Harrier & Merlin Surveys (NI & ROI SPAs) 2026–2029", focusing on supplying annual bird surveys, mapping, and reporting in designated Special Protection Areas in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The tender, under the open procedure procurement method, aimed to gather bids for services categorized under environmental protection. The RSPB, headquartered in Belfast, is a central purchasing body, with the procurement process transitioning from the tender to the award stage by June 2026. The survey work is scheduled for March 2026 to April 2029, funded by the PEACEPLUS Nature Programme, supported by the EU and UK and Irish governments. A contract was signed with the successful supplier, Northern Ireland Raptor Study Group, valued at £199,339 GBP on 26 June 2026.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental services, particularly those skilled in biodiversity assessments, data management, and GIS analysis. Companies with expertise in wildlife conservation, especially within sustainable development programmes, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The focus on cross-border cooperation and funding introduces the potential for collaborative ventures across the UK and Ireland. SMEs engaged in environmental science and consultancy can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio, and it highlights opportunities for those offering integrated data and field study services. Participating in this contract allows businesses to play a crucial role in impactful environmental projects with significant cross-border recognition.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT - Hen Harrier & Merlin Surveys (NI & ROI SPAs) 2026-2029

Notice Description

This tender is seeking the supply of annual Hen Harrier and Merlin Surveys and monitoring work, including mapping and reporting within the Antrim Hills, Slieve Beagh-Mullaghfad-Lisnaskea and Slieve Beagh Special Protection Areas, and identified, functionally linked sites between 2026-2029.

Lot Information

Lot 1

For the period from March 2026 to April 2029, across Antrim Hills SPA (NI), Slieve Beagh-Mullaghfad-Lisnaskea (NI) and Slieve Beagh SPA (ROI) sites, the successful supplier will be required to allocate sufficient time and resources to deliver comprehensive surveying, monitoring and reporting in accordance with recognised surveying standards and methodologies. The services will include pre survey planning, desk study and coordination, breeding surveys for Hen Harrier and Merlin, targeted Hen Harrier surveys, Hen Harrier winter roost surveys, data management including GIS and spatial analysis, securing and complying with all necessary licences and consents required to facilitate survey and monitoring activities, preparation of annual technical reports, and attendance at meetings with the Contracting Authority and other relevant parties as required. This contract is funded through the PEACEPLUS Nature Programme. PEACEPLUS is a cross-border funding Programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and supported by the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, and the Northern Ireland administration.. This project is funded and supported by PEACEPLUS; a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB). PEACEPLUS is a cross-border funding Programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and supported by the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, and the Northern Ireland administration.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821975
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN559023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

38221000 - Geographic information systems (GIS or equivalent)

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

90700000 - Environmental services

90710000 - Environmental management

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90711500 - Environmental monitoring other than for construction

90712200 - Forest conservation strategy planning

90712400 - Natural resources management or conservation strategy planning services

90720000 - Environmental protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£209,077 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£209,077 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£199,339 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
RSPB
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT8 7QT
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0B Mid Ulster, TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Belvoir
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Northern Ireland Raptor Study Group

Further Information

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