---
title: "Predator proof fencing, Lower Lough Erne, N. Ireland_November 2023"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-041611"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "RSPB NORTHERN IRELAND"
published: "2024-02-08"
---

# Predator proof fencing, Lower Lough Erne, N. Ireland_November 2023

Buyer: RSPB NORTHERN IRELAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041611

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## Summary

The public procurement contracting process led by RSPB Northern Ireland involves the award of a tender titled "Predator proof fencing, Lower Lough Erne, N. Ireland_November 2023" for the works category. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract has been awarded to M J Higgins Contracting Ltd for erecting fencing across different islands. The locations for delivery include Lower Lough Erne in Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The method used for procurement was an open procedure, and the overall budget is financed by the European Union.

This tender for erecting predator-proof fencing in Northern Ireland presents business opportunities for firms experienced in works related to fencing and construction. Companies specialised in erecting fencing, particularly those with a focus on quality and experience, are well-suited to compete. RSPB Northern Ireland's procurement of M J Higgins Contracting Ltd highlights the potential for business growth through successful bids on similar future projects within the environmental protection sector.

## Notice

Removal of approx. 4360m of old fencing and erection of approx. 3900m of new fencing. New fencing to be combination-style electric fencing with wooden posts. This tender can be awarded in lots for each island or as a whole.

### Lot Information

Lusty More island

See attached docuement

White Island North

See attached document

Muckintosh Island

See attached document

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004183-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 21 Nov 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £168,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RSPB NORTHERN IRELAND |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLN0 Northern Ireland, TLN0G Fermanagh and Omagh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | M J HIGGINS CONTRACTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45342000 - Erection of fencing

## Release History

- 8 Feb 2024 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004183-2024
- 16 Nov 2023 at 12:37 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033923-2023
- 6 Nov 2023 at 13:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032774-2023

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rspb.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000749483
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA16345

## Provenance

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