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Award

27 Jul 2026 at 12:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government, based at the Marine Laboratory in Aberdeen, has awarded a contract for the analysis of Nephrops Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) consultation. This project, titled "Award of Consultation Analysis for Nephrops Fisheries Management Plans (MS-P-0488)," falls under the services category with a focus on social research services. The consultation process ran from 25 March to 17 June 2026, and the findings will aid in finalising policy developments. The procurement, now in the award stage, will see the results incorporated into the FMPs by the end of 2026. The award, valued at £9,347.50, has been granted to The Lines Between Ltd., located in Edinburgh.

This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in social research, particularly those experienced in fisheries management and policy analysis. Companies with expertise in data analysis and public consultation will find this contract type rewarding, as it contributes to shaping significant policy decisions. The Scottish Government's support for engaging precise and informed analysis ensures that experienced businesses in the field have the potential to grow through such targeted projects. With future policy developments in consideration, similar projects will likely arise, presenting growth opportunities for adept firms in this sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of Consultation Analysis for Nephrops Fisheries Management Plans (MS-P-0488)

Notice Description

The Scottish Government (SG), on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, wishes to commission analysis of the Nephrops Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs) consultation which runs from 25 March until 17 June 2026.The findings of the analysis will be used to help Scottish Government finalise policy and refine the proposed package of "policies" and underpinning actions for inclusion in the Nephrops FMPs ahead of publication by the end of 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835829
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560949
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,347 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Additional Buyers

LHC PROCUREMENT GROUP FOR THE SCOTTISH PROCUREMENT ALLIANCE (SPA)

NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE

REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 8AF
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
Not specified

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Craigentinny/Duddingston
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
10
Supplier Names

3X1

ASA RECRUITMENT (QUICK QUOTES

GRAHAM + SIBBALD PROPERTY CONSULTANTS

HYPOSTYLE DESIGNS

NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH

SSG SUPPORT SERVICES GROUP

TCS RESPONSE

THE LINES BETWEEN

TURNER & TOWNSEND

WATTS GROUP

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