Tender

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

RSPB

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Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by RSPB, a central purchasing body located in Belfast, seeks to engage suppliers for the "ITT – Hen Harrier & Merlin Surveys (NI & ROI SPAs) 2026–2029" project. This tender, which is currently in the Tender stage, falls under the Environmental protection category and is expected to provide services across designated sites in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, specifically within the Antrim Hills, Slieve Beagh-Mullaghfad-Lisnaskea, and Slieve Beagh special protection areas. The tender adopts an open procedure and requires electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform by 4th March 2026 at 12:00 PM. The contract is valued at £209,077 GBP, covering survey and monitoring services from 2026 to 2029.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental protection services, particularly those experienced in breeding surveys, GIS data management, and ecological monitoring. Companies experienced in working within Special Protection Areas and adept at securing necessary licenses and permits would be well-suited for this contract. The project is part of the PEACEPLUS Nature Programme, backed by cross-border funding through the European Union and relevant governments, further highlighting the project's regional significance and scope for business collaboration and development. The completion of this project will not only contribute to ecological conservation efforts but will also enhance the participating businesses' profiles in the environmental services sector.

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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=FEB548521
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

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 20264 weeks to go
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
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0B Mid Ulster, TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens

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=FEB548521
    ITT - Hen Harrier & Merlin Surveys (NI & ROI SPAs) 2026-2029 - 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.

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