---
title: "Fish Counter Systems on Rivers Laxford and Deveron"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000674189"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2022-04-15"
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# Fish Counter Systems on Rivers Laxford and Deveron

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000674189

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## Summary

The Scottish Government has initiated a tender process for the procurement of two hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counting systems for the Rivers Laxford and Deveron. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified as an open procedure, designed for a complete tender. The tender period ended on 17 December 2021, with an active contract signed on 15 March 2022, valued at £366,680. The delivery of the systems is required at the respective river locations, with the successful supplier being expected to assist in their installation and operation.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in sonar technology and aquatic monitoring systems. Companies that specialise in environmental services, engineering, and hydroacoustic equipment are well-suited to compete in this tender. The collaboration with local stakeholders and the Atlantic Salmon Trust also suggests potential for businesses that can engage with conservation efforts and sustainable supply solutions in the fishery sector.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers invite tenders for the purchase of two hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counting systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these will subsequently be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford by Marine Scotland and the successful Tenderer's assistance will be required in order to optimise the installation and operation of the counters.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Ministers invite tenders for the purchase of two hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counting systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these will subsequently be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford by Marine Scotland and the successful Tenderer's assistance will be required in order to optimise the installation and operation of the counters.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446238 |
| 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 | 17 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 25 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £220,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £366,680 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | FISHTEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 03300000 - Farming, hunting and fishing products

## 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=APR446238
- 17 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433311

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV433311&idx=1
  17th November 2021 - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV433311&idx=2
  17th November 2021 - Annex C - Rivers Laxford and Deveron Site Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV433311&idx=3
  17th November 2021 - Schedule 14 - Terms and conditions for Supply of Goods
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV433311
  Fish Counter Systems on Rivers Laxford and Deveron - The Scottish Ministers invite tenders for the purchase of two hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counting systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these will subsequently be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford by Marine Scotland and the successful Tenderer's assistance will be required in order to optimise the installation and operation of the counters.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446238
  Fish Counter Systems on Rivers Laxford and Deveron - The Scottish Ministers invite tenders for the purchase of two hydroacoustic (sonar) fish counting systems. Working with the Atlantic Salmon Trust and local stakeholders, these will subsequently be installed in the River Deveron and the River Laxford by Marine Scotland and the successful Tenderer's assistance will be required in order to optimise the installation and operation of the counters.

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