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title: "Broadband Acoustic Loggers and Acoustic Release Systems"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000591235"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
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# Broadband Acoustic Loggers and Acoustic Release Systems

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000591235

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is seeking suppliers for a contract titled "Broadband Acoustic Loggers and Acoustic Release Systems". This procurement is classified under goods and is specifically aimed at monitoring ambient underwater noise and marine mammal vocalisations. The tender takes place in the East coast of Scotland, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The original tender deadline was set for 15 August 2019, with the award period starting on the same day. Contracts for the successful bids, which total £109,738.70, were signed on 16 October 2019.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in acoustic monitoring devices or related technologies, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant technical expertise. Firms capable of delivering high-quality equipment suitable for long-term underwater deployment, as well as those with experience in marine biology and environmental monitoring, would be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The emphasis on quality and understanding of the requirements indicates potential for innovative solutions in the field.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months to a year) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels within Scottish waters. The Scottish Ministers also have a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including any other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

### Lot Information

Broadband Acoustic Loggers

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months to a year) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels within Scottish waters. The Scottish Ministers also have a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including any other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Renewal: one month

Acoustic Release Systems

The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months to a year) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels within Scottish waters. The Scottish Ministers also have a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including any other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

Renewal: one month

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376639 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | 8 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2019 |
| Contract period | 18 Sep 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £109,738 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8LU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | RS AQUA; SWALE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 32342400 - Acoustic devices
- 45214630 - Scientific installations

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2020 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376639
- 16 Jul 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL360621

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=6
  1st August 2019 - Questions and Answers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=2
  17th July 2019 - Schedule 13 - terms and conditions for supply of goods - Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=3
  17th July 2019 - Schedule 13 - terms and conditions for supply of goods - Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=4
  17th July 2019 - Schedule 2 - Price Proposal Response Template - Lot 1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=5
  17th July 2019 - Schedule 2 - Price Proposal Response Template - Lot 2
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL360621&idx=1
  17th July 2019 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL360621
  Broadband Acoustic Loggers and Acoustic Release Systems - The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months to a year) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels within Scottish waters. The Scottish Ministers also have a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including any other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN376639
  Broadband Acoustic Loggers and Acoustic Release Systems - The Scottish Ministers has a requirement to purchase broadband acoustic loggers, for the purposes of long term monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as echolocation clicks, whistles, and other vocalisations of marine mammals. These must be capable of being moored for extended periods (several months to a year) underwater and recording data autonomously. The devices will be used as part of a broad scale array monitoring cetaceans and underwater noise levels within Scottish waters. The Scottish Ministers also have a requirement for the supply of medium load acoustic releases, including any other items necessary for the operation of the releases. Equipment will be operated by scientific staff from Marine Scotland, Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen.

## Notice URLs

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