--- title: "Mobile app for deer data" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE" published: "2023-12-21" --- # Mobile app for deer data Buyer: SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921.json) ## Summary The Scottish Natural Heritage has awarded a contract for the development of a mobile app for deer data to SCOTWEIGH. The tender, titled "Mobile app for deer data," aimed to increase insight into deer populations by improving data collection methods and cull planning information. The procurement method was an open procedure, and the contract is now active with a value of £72,486. The procurement stage was marked as complete, and the award was signed on 14th December 2023. This opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the services category, particularly those skilled in developing mobile applications and data management systems, to participate and contribute to nature conservation efforts. Businesses with experience in environmental protection and technology solutions may find this tender well-suited for their expertise. The contract with the Scottish Natural Heritage offers a unique chance to engage in a pilot project focusing on deer population management, information gathering, and cull planning, thus supporting ecological sustainability in the UK. ## Notice NatureScot are conducting a pilot project aiming to increase insight into deer populations by improving data collection methods and the information available for cull planning. We are looking to develop a mobile application as a means to: (1) Improve the quality and quantity of information collected (2) Streamline data recording and aid stalking practitioners to collect useful information while reducing the administrative burden of statutory cull returns (3) Improve verification and venison traceability from point of cull This pilot project will develop and test the application with our deer management staff based across three National Nature Reserve larders: Creag Meagaidh, Beinn Eighe and Rum. Full details are contained in the Statement of Requirements attached to this Contract Notice. ### Lot Information Lot 1 NatureScot are conducting a pilot project aiming to increase insight into deer populations by improving data collection methods and the information available for cull planning. NatureScot are looking to develop a mobile application as a means to: (1) Improve the quality and quantity of information collected (2) Streamline data recording and aid stalking practitioners to collect useful information while reducing the administrative burden of statutory cull returns (3) Improve verification and venison traceability from point of cull. This pilot project will develop and test the application with our deer management staff based across three National Nature Reserve larders: Creag Meagaidh, Beinn Eighe and Rum. Full details are contained in the Statement of Requirements attached to this Contract Notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495426 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Dec 2023 | | Submission deadline | 4 Dec 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 14 Dec 2023 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £72,486 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE | | Locality | INVERNESS | | Post town | Inverness | | Postcode | IV3 8NW | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands | | ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands | | Local authority | Highland | | Electoral ward | Inverness West | | Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SCOTWEIGH | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72416000 - Application service providers ## Release History - 21 Dec 2023 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495426 - 20 Nov 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV493042 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV493042&idx=1 20th November 2023 - PP1315 - Statement of Requirements - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV493042&idx=2 20th November 2023 - SNH Conditions of Contract - Services - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV493042 Mobile app for deer data - NatureScot are conducting a pilot project aiming to increase insight into deer populations by improving data collection methods and the information available for cull planning. We are looking to develop a mobile application as a means to: (1) Improve the quality and quantity of information collected (2) Streamline data recording and aid stalking practitioners to collect useful information while reducing the administrative burden of statutory cull returns (3) Improve verification and venison traceability from point of cull This pilot project will develop and test the application with our deer management staff based across three National Nature Reserve larders: Creag Meagaidh, Beinn Eighe and Rum. Full details are contained in the Statement of Requirements attached to this Contract Notice. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC495426 Mobile app for deer data - NatureScot are conducting a pilot project aiming to increase insight into deer populations by improving data collection methods and the information available for cull planning. We are looking to develop a mobile application as a means to: (1) Improve the quality and quantity of information collected (2) Streamline data recording and aid stalking practitioners to collect useful information while reducing the administrative burden of statutory cull returns (3) Improve verification and venison traceability from point of cull This pilot project will develop and test the application with our deer management staff based across three National Nature Reserve larders: Creag Meagaidh, Beinn Eighe and Rum. Full details are contained in the Statement of Requirements attached to this Contract Notice. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.nature.scot - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000750921. 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