Tender

Charter for Ecochange for Biological Sampling at Offshore Wind Farms

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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05 Mar 2026 at 00:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has initiated a tender for specialised biological sampling surveys at four offshore wind farms located off the east coast of Scotland. This contract, entitled "Charter for Ecochange for Biological Sampling at Offshore Wind Farms," seeks to appoint a suitable vessel for the collection and analysis of marine growth samples. The procurement is at the Tender stage and executed through an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. The tender period concludes on 16th March 2026, with the bidding expected to open shortly thereafter. The project falls under the services category, specifically focusing on general public services, and will be executed in the UKM region, involving locations such as the Beatrice Offshore Windfarm and Kincardine Offshore Windfarm.

This open tender presents a tangible opportunity for businesses specialising in maritime operations, particularly those with experience or capability in operating vessels equipped for offshore wind farms and experienced remotely operated vehicle (ROV) operations. The contract requires a qualified vessel crew and the potential for sub-contracting ROV usage, suggesting that businesses with technical maritime expertise can leverage their capabilities to secure a £200,000 GBP contract. The structured opportunities offered not only support business growth within the ecological survey domain but also encourage collaborations, especially for SMEs seeking to expand their geographic footprint in renewable energy projects. Participation in this tender could enhance business visibility and expertise in the growing field of offshore wind farms in Scotland.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Charter for Ecochange for Biological Sampling at Offshore Wind Farms

Notice Description

The Scottish Ministers invite a suitable vessel to carry out specialised biological sampling surveys at four offshore wind farms (OWFs) off the east coast of Scotland. The aim of this contract is to remove and retain marine growth samples from offshore wind farms for biological analysis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invite a suitable vessel to carry out specialised biological sampling surveys at four offshore wind farms (OWFs) off the east coast of Scotland. The aim of this contract is to remove and retain marine growth samples from offshore wind farms for biological analysis. The two main elements of this tender are: 1)A suitable vessel (with skipper and crew qualified for operating in OWFs) 2)Experienced remotely operated vehicle (ROV) pilot(s) with suitable ROV/ROVs attachments or the ability to sub-contract a ROV for use on the vessel.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000825757
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551074
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 20261 day 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
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 9DB
Post Town
Aberdeen
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
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551074
    Charter for Ecochange for Biological Sampling at Offshore Wind Farms - The Scottish Ministers invite a suitable vessel to carry out specialised biological sampling surveys at four offshore wind farms (OWFs) off the east coast of Scotland. The aim of this contract is to remove and retain marine growth samples from offshore wind farms for biological analysis.

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