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11 Aug 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Cairngorms National Park Authority is inviting tenders for the delivery of ecological constraints surveys to inform habitat work for capercaillie, situated within the Cairngorms National Park. Classified under "Environmental protection" with CPV codes related to environmental management, this contract seeks expertise in identifying and mapping protected species and sensitive habitats, vital for the safe execution of planned habitat works, which include robocutting and woodland restructuring. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, following an open procedure, which allows for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The deadline for submissions is 28th August 2026, and the award period commences on the same day.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the environmental protection and ecological survey sectors. Companies with experience in conducting ecological assessments and those familiar with projects involving protected species and habitats will find this project particularly aligned with their expertise. Businesses involved in land management and conservation can leverage this contract to showcase their abilities in managing ecological surveys and habitat restructuring effectively. The funding by the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund adds a level of recognition and support, potentially opening further opportunities for future collaborations and projects within the national park and beyond.

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Notice Title

Ecological constraints surveys prior to habitat work for capercaillie

Notice Description

The contract will deliver ecological constraints surveys to inform capercaillie habitat works across priority sites. The habitat works comprise robocutting and woodland restructuring. Surveys will identify and map protected species, sensitive habitats and other ecological constraints. Outputs will support safe and compliant delivery of works. The contract forms part of the Capercaillie Emergency Plan and is funded by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Cairngorms National Park Authority ('the Park Authority') invites suitably qualified and experienced organisations to tender for the delivery of ecological constraints walkover surveys and associated reporting. The surveys will identify protected and priority species ahead of a programme of habitat works for capercaillie during autumn/winter 2026-27. Habitat works will take place across multiple landholdings and will include robocutting, chainsaw felling and winching of trees. The surveys will inform the planning and delivery of these works, ensuring they deliver maximum benefit for capercaillie while avoiding or minimising impacts on other important species, habitats and natural features. Many of the proposed work areas are within designated pinewood sites, including SSSIs, SPAs and SACs. This work forms part of the Capercaillie Emergency Plan and is funded by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000839913
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562113
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71355000 - Surveying services

90710000 - Environmental management

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

90720000 - Environmental protection

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,250 Under £100K
Lots Value
£6,250 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20263 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GRANTOWN-ON-SPEY
Postcode
PH26 3HG
Post Town
Perth
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland, TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM6 Highlands and Islands, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Badenoch and Strathspey
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562113
    Ecological constraints surveys prior to habitat work for capercaillie - The contract will deliver ecological constraints surveys to inform capercaillie habitat works across priority sites. The habitat works comprise robocutting and woodland restructuring. Surveys will identify and map protected species, sensitive habitats and other ecological constraints. Outputs will support safe and compliant delivery of works. The contract forms part of the Capercaillie Emergency Plan and is funded by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund.

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