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title: "Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors"
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# Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b0a0

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is seeking to establish and manage a trial hub for pre-processing end-of-life gear waste from the fishing and aquaculture sectors. This service contract involves setting up a collection point for the disposal and thorough processing of such gear. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the closing date for bid submissions set for 9th July 2026. The main industry category for this tender is aquatic marine services, and the contract is valued at £489,000. The project will require services to begin on 12th August 2026 and conclude by 11th February 2027. The open procedure method is being used for this procurement, and interested parties must submit their bids electronically via the specified platform. This initiative is located within the United Kingdom, specifically managed by the Marine Directorate, with operations taking place at the supplier’s premises.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in marine equipment and waste processing services. Companies geared toward recycling and environmental management, especially those experienced in handling marine and aquaculture gear, will find this project well within their capabilities. The tender calls for a comprehensive service that includes receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling, and sorting of gear. Businesses that thrive on logistical efficiency and possess significant technical facilities and quality management systems will be particularly well-suited. Furthermore, firms with a strong track record in marine services and a commitment to corporate social responsibility and fair work practices will align well with the contract requirements.

## Notice

Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054159-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Aug 2026 - 11 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £489,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment
- 98361000 - Aquatic marine services

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2026 at 09:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054159-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834152
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834152
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

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