--- title: "Seabird colony counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2025-03-27" --- # Seabird colony counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, located at 5 Atlantic Quay, 150 Broomielaw, Glasgow, is seeking submissions for a tender titled "Seabird colony counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza". This project falls under the industry category of General Public Services and is set in the UKM region (Scotland). The tender, which is currently in the active stage, was initiated on 11 July 2024 and involves an open procurement method. Submissions must be made electronically by 12:00 PM on 15 August 2024, and the contract is scheduled to commence on the same day. The primary objective of the tender is to gather and analyse data on seabird populations to inform environmental assessments related to offshore wind developments and the impact of avian influenza. This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental consultancy, ornithology, and offshore wind energy assessments. Companies with relevant expertise in conducting wildlife surveys and impact assessments will find this procurement particularly beneficial. The contract, valued at £516,137, includes options for extension up to an additional six months, potentially spanning until 30 September 2027. Prospective bidders must demonstrate a robust understanding of the requirements and have a strong financial standing, including specific insurance coverages. The selection criteria prioritise quality and price, making it essential for businesses to exhibit excellence in their service delivery and competitive pricing to seize this opportunity for growth. ## Notice Undertake seabird colony counts, providing evidence to increase our understanding of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) impacts on Scottish seabird populations in relation to offshore wind consenting ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a single contract with an external service provider for the provision of Seabird Colony Counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. Options: The Authority reserves the right to extend the period of contract for an additional period of up to 6 months ( 1 x 6 months), to no later than 30 September 2027. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526995 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £516,137 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8EA | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services ## Release History - 27 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526995 - 11 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509630 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL509630 Seabird colony counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza - Undertake seabird colony counts, providing evidence to increase our understanding of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) impacts on Scottish seabird populations in relation to offshore wind consenting - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR526995 Seabird colony counts, to improve offshore wind environmental assessments and understanding the effects of avian influenza - Undertake seabird colony counts, providing evidence to increase our understanding of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) impacts on Scottish seabird populations in relation to offshore wind consenting ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000772176 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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