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title: "Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a3b5"
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# Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings

Buyer: MARINE CONSERVATION SOCIETY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a3b5

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## Summary

The Marine Conservation Society has undertaken a significant procurement process titled "Scottish Seascapes: Isle of Eigg EcoMoorings". This initiative, which falls under the offshore mooring work industry category, occurs in the United Kingdom, specifically focusing on the Isle of Eigg in Scotland. Covering various stages from planning to award, the process aims to enhance the resilience of seagrass meadows through the installation of Advanced Mooring Systems (AMS). Commencing with community-identified priority locations, this open procedure involved several phases and closed with contracts being awarded and signed on 3rd April 2026. These contracts, involving four distinct lots, marked the completion of the procurement stage connected to this environmental conservation effort.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses proficient in marine engineering and environmental conservation. Companies specialising in engineering, design, and construction of mooring systems are particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a track record in similar projects can find viable prospects, given the emphasis on cost-effective and quality solutions. Businesses that can provide comprehensive planning, rapid execution, and adherence to environmental standards will gain leverage in such public procurement opportunities. Contractors were required to present methodologies, timelines, and proof of capability, offering an arena for showcasing innovative approaches and sustainable practices in marine technology.

## Notice

This invitation to tender covers 4 lots (contracts) to increase the resilience of seagrass meadows around the Isle of Eigg, Small Isles, Scotland through the planning, purchase and installation of Advance Mooring Systems (AMS). These contracts include the procurement of capital equipment. All procurement will be undertaken by the Marine Conservation Society in alignment with their procurement policy. Priority locations have been identified by the community and seagrass surveys carried out in summer/autumn 2025. The contractor is expected to build upon this work, as well as take into consideration work undertaken by other initiatives and projects such as the ReMEDIES project on the south coast of England and any previous work carried out on the Isle of Eigg. Building on previous work and with the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver the following: a) WP1: Front end engineering & design b) WP2: Design & manufacture c) WP3: Installation d) WP4: Inspections & maintenance

### Lot Information

Eco-mooring design & manufacture

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *design & manufacture* comprising the following: a) Design and manufacture for up to 10 moorings, installed at the same time or split into 5 per year over 2 consecutive years; b) Aid the Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust select final AMS model(s) that suit the chosen locations and suit the community's needs; c) Aid the Project Manager in sourcing suitable moorings.

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring installation

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *eco-mooring installation* comprising the following: a) Installation planning and recommendations for maintenance for up to 10 moorings, installed at the same time, or split into 5 per year over 2 consecutive years; b) Organise and supervise the installation of the AMS; c) Aid the Project Manager & Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust with finding suitable insurance policies for AMS.

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring inspections & maintenance

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *inspections & maintenance* comprising the following: a) Annual inspections b) Maintenance costs

Renewal: An extension may be requested in extreme circumstances

Eco-mooring front end engineering & design

With the help of the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager and the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trusts Scottish Seascapes Project Officer the contractor/s will deliver *front end engineering & design* comprising the following: a) Pre-project planning, to include assessment of the proposed area and finalisation of locations around Eigg; b) Aid the Isle of Eigg Heritage Trust and the Scottish Seascapes Project Manager in securing relevant permissions and licences.

Renewal: Extensions may be requested under extreme circumstances

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031187-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | 12 Oct 2025 |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £91,367 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MARINE CONSERVATION SOCIETY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH3 8EG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUE PARAMETERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262421 - Offshore mooring work

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2026 at 08:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031187-2026
- 29 Oct 2025 at 14:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069415-2025
- 29 Sep 2025 at 08:39 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060362-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mcsuk.org
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000810666
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000814224
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA29723

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