---
title: "Marine Acoustic Cetacean Click Detectors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a900"
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buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
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# Marine Acoustic Cetacean Click Detectors

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a900

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by the Scottish Government involved the tendering of marine acoustic cetacean click detectors. The tender, under the classification of marine equipment, was part of an open procedure to acquire goods for the purpose of long-term static monitoring of marine mammals. Based in Edinburgh, the procurement falls within the United Kingdom’s UKM region and was covered by the GPA. The process saw its tender period conclude on 6th November 2025, with an award being made on the 27th of November 2025. The award was for a contract valued at £98,000, assigned to Chelonia Limited. The tender stage had reached completion with the award and contract stages closed or substantially advanced.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for suppliers specialising in marine equipment, specifically those with capabilities in acoustic and monitoring technologies. Companies with a focus on innovative technologies and services, along with strong technical expertise in marine environments, would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. The procurement process encouraged submissions from businesses with a sound understanding and delivery of specific requirements, robust contract management capability, and a dedication to corporate social responsibility. Given the technical and quality management demands, firms also needed a strong background in handling relevant marine projects, ensuring numerous opportunities for well-suited businesses to showcase their capabilities and potentially grow within the public procurement market.

## Notice

The Marine Directorate invites tenders for the purchase of marine acoustic cetacean click detectors for the purposes of long-term static monitoring of marine mammals.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Directorate invites tenders for the purchase of marine acoustic cetacean click detectors for the purposes of long-term static monitoring of marine mammals as detailed with the specification included in ITT (Invitation to Tender) document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084280-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £98,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6QQ |
| 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 | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHELONIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2025 at 11:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/084280-2025
- 6 Oct 2025 at 15:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062628-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000812147
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482

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