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title: "Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases"
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# Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000672579

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## Summary

The Scottish Government has recently concluded a procurement process for the supply of Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases, intended for long-term static monitoring of underwater noise and marine mammal vocalisations. The procurement, classified under the **goods** category, utilized an **open procedure** and marks the **award** stage of the process. Key activities were conducted around the coastline of Scotland, with related lots such as Inshore Sound Recorders, Deep Water Sound Recorders, and Inshore Acoustic Releases. The procurement commenced on **3rd December 2021**, with submissions accepted until **3rd December 2021**, and the contracts signed on **4th March 2022**. The total value of this procurement was approximately **£695,000**.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for SMEs engaged in marine technology and environmental monitoring sectors, particularly those specialising in acoustic equipment. Competitors with expertise in supplying technical solutions and support services for marine science will find the contract appealing. Businesses capable of demonstrating robust quality management procedures and relevant experience in delivering similar equipment are encouraged to participate in future tenders as the Scottish Government continues to focus on monitoring and preserving marine environments.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders.

### Lot Information

Deep Water Sound Recorders

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Inshore Sound Recorders

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Inshore Acoustic Releases

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

Deep Water Acoustic Releases

The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders. The equipment will be operated by scientific staff from the Marine Laboratory, Aberdeen or by contracted researchers, outwith the scope of this invitation to tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446243 |
| 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 | 15 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £695,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £552,442 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 9DB |
| 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 32332300 - Sound recorders
- 32342400 - Acoustic devices
- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446243
- 15 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446240
- 3 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432035

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=6
  26th November 2021 - Questions and answers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=1
  3rd November 2021 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=2
  3rd November 2021 - Lot 1 - Inshore Sound Recorders - terms and conditions for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=3
  3rd November 2021 - Lot 2 - Deep Water Sound Recorders - terms and conditions for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=4
  3rd November 2021 - Lot 3 - Inshore Acoustic Releases - terms and conditions for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV432035&idx=5
  3rd November 2021 - Lot 4 - Deep Water Acoustic Releases - terms and conditions for Purchase of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432035
  Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases - The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446243
  Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases - The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446240
  Autonomous Marine Sound Recorders and Acoustic Releases - The Scottish Ministers invites tenders to supply autonomous marine sound recorders for the purposes of long term static monitoring of ambient underwater noise, as well as marine mammal vocalisations including whistles, moans and echolocation clicks. Also required are acoustic release systems to enable the recovery of the moored sound recorders.

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