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title: "DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food"
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# DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fbb4

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## Summary

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), located in Belfast, is involved in procuring fish food for its Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station. This procurement process operates under the category of goods within the UK and employs an open procedure method. Although the initial tender, referenced as ID 6119079, was cancelled on 9th February 2026 due to non-compliant bids, there is an opportunity for the procurement to be re-tendered shortly. This contract encompasses two lots: Freshwater Trout Fish Diet and Salmon Feed Diet, each planned for a duration from 25th February 2026 to 24th February 2029, with possible extensions up to 2031.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in producing and supplying prepared animal feeds, particularly fish food. Companies with a robust supply chain and quality control, as well as efficient contract management systems, are well-positioned to benefit from this opportunity. SMEs are especially encouraged to participate, as they are deemed suitable for the contract requirements. With a total estimated contract value of £1.08 million and a focus on quality and cost-effectiveness, businesses can significantly benefit from successful engagements, enhancing their market presence in the aquatic feed sector. This tender promises a recurring business opportunity, laying the foundation for potential long-term growth.

## Notice

Inland Fisheries (a branch within The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs) wishes to establish a contract for the provision of the supply of Fish Food for both the Fish Farm and the Salmon Research Station. This Contract will comprise of 2 Lots, details of which are set out below: Lot 1: Freshwater Trout fish diet for Movanagher Fish Farm Lot 2: Salmon feed diet for River Bush Salmon Station Each Lot will be evaluated and awarded independently of each other. There are no restrictions on the number of lots a Supplier can bid for or be awarded. Suppliers must ensure that if they are bidding for multiple Lots that they have the capacity to deliver the services in the event that they are successful in more than one Lot. Each Lot under this Contract will be awarded on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) with a single supplier awarded each Lot. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract.

### Lot Information

Freshwater Trout Fish Diet for Movanagher Fish Farm

Supply and delivery of Trout fish food to Movanagher Fish Farm, 152 Vow Road, Artnagross, Ballymoney, Co Antrim, BT53 7NT, Northern Ireland. The specfication sets out the different type of fish food required.

Renewal: there are options to extend for a further two periods of up to and including 1 year each.

Salmon Feed Diet for River Bush Salmon Station

Supply and delivery of Salmon fish food to River Bush Salmon Station, 21 Church Street, Bushmills, Co Antrim, BT51 3TW, Northern Ireland. The specfication sets out the different type of fish food required.

Renewal: there are options to extend for a further two periods of up to and including 1 year each.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011461-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-09-02 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Cancelled |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICE DIVISION; Missing |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT3 9ED |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN0C Causeway Coast and Glens |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15710000 - Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals
- 15711000 - Fish food

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 15:06 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011461-2026
- 22 Dec 2025 at 14:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085468-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011461-2026
  9th February 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085468-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/topics/inland-fisheries
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/ar
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/topics/procurement
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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