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title: "ID 6385073 DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food"
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# ID 6385073 DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS - DAERA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064c31

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## Summary

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland has completed a procurement process for the supply of fish food for Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station. The contract, titled "DAERA Inland Fisheries - Movanagher Fish Farm and River Bush Salmon Station Fish Food," was carried out using an open procedure and focused on the goods category under the public authority central government in the UK. The procurement process included two lots, one for freshwater trout and the other for salmon feed, both evaluated independently with an estimated value of £900,000. This award was finalised and signed on 17th April 2026, with a contract period extending until 17th April 2029, plus potential extensions up to a maximum of April 2031.

This tender offers opportunities for growth especially for businesses in the fish feed production sector capable of delivering quality products on a scalable level. It was awarded based on the Most Advantageous Tender, which balances cost and quality, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of competing bids. Businesses that can efficiently manage supply chains and maintain stringent quality control standards would find the requirements of this tender well within their expertise. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular, with the capability to accommodate inconsistent demand, were encouraged to participate, making it a substantial opportunity for niche suppliers looking to enhance their market presence in governmental contracts.

## Notice

Inland Fisheries (a branch within The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs) wished 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 comprises 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 was evaluated and awarded independently of each other. There was no restrictions on the number of lots a Supplier can bid for or be awarded. Suppliers were to 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 is awarded on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) with a single supplier awarded each Lot. Suppliers can refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract. The estimated usage figures found within the Pricing Schedule were based on historical data and do not guarantee a minimum demand or uptake; actual usage may fluctuate upwards or downwards. Given this it is difficult to quantify an exact figure, however the estimated value for the combination of both lots is PS900,000 (ex VAT). This does not cover any price reviews.

### Lot Information

Lot 1. 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.

Lot 2. 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/041234-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-11-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| Awards value | £900,000 |
| Contracts value | £900,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS - DAERA |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION; DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## 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

- 5 May 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041234-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 13:53 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030996-2026
- 10 Feb 2026 at 11:31 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011758-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041234-2026
  5th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030996-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011758-2026
  10th February 2026 - 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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