--- title: "GPS Tracking Hedgehogs on Benbecula, Outer Hebrides" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND" published: "2025-04-30" --- # GPS Tracking Hedgehogs on Benbecula, Outer Hebrides Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878.json) ## Summary RSPB Scotland, as the buying organisation, has completed the procurement process for a project titled "GPS Tracking Hedgehogs on Benbecula, Outer Hebrides." This initiative falls under the environmental protection category and is located on the Isle of Benbecula in the UKM64 region. The procurement utilised an open procedure and focused on services, specifically seeking specialists in wildlife tracking. The contract was awarded to Atlantic Ecology, a supplier operating as a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME). The contract, valued at £22,658, was signed on 22nd April 2025, and the procurement process reached the award stage by 30th April 2025. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in wildlife tracking and environmental protection, particularly those experienced in using GPS technology for animal behavioural studies. Companies with expertise in developing field methodologies for tracking and those capable of handling independent research packages would find this contract appealing. SMEs offering innovative and best-practice approaches in wildlife management are well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. Engaging in such projects can lead not only to business expansion but also to fostering partnerships with environmental bodies and enhancing the reputation in ecological research sectors. ## Notice The Uist Native Wildlife Project is seeking a highly skilled specialist in tracking wildlife (preferably hedgehogs), following best practice methodology to gain insight into the behaviour of hedgehogs on Benbecula. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The project is seeking a highly skilled specialist in tracking wildlife (preferably hedgehogs), following best practice methodology to gain insight into the behaviour of hedgehogs on Benbecula. The successful contractor will be comfortable working independently and leading this package of work. The contractor will - please see documents for full details: Lead on the submission of a licence application for the relevant approvals to research and handle hedgehogs on Uist to the relevant authority; Develop approach to GPS track hedgehogs on Benbecula to provide sufficient insight into their behaviour. Approach must follow best practice methodology, guidelines and relevant expertise from project stakeholders; Discuss with UNWP Project Manager the equipment required and support in the purchase; Deploy tracking equipment on hedgehogs on Benbecula and track the hedgehogs for sufficient time to provide understanding of their current home range and behaviours to inform release requirements; Liaise with Project Steering Group to test tracking methodology (i.e. ability to track hedgehogs in nests/burrows/machair); Produce a report detailing methodology and findings to the above. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529311 | | 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 | 30 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 22 Apr 2025 | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £22,658 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | RSPB SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9DH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West | | Delivery location | TLM64 Na h-Eileanan Siar | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ATLANTIC ECOLOGY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services ### Codes - 90700000 - Environmental services ## Release History - 30 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529311 - 28 Jan 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522682 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN522682&idx=1 28th January 2025 - RfQ for GPS Tracking - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN522682&idx=2 28th January 2025 - Contractor Agreement - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522682 GPS Tracking Hedgehogs on Benbecula, Outer Hebrides - The Uist Native Wildlife Project is seeking a highly skilled specialist in tracking wildlife (preferably hedgehogs), following best practice methodology to gain insight into the behaviour of hedgehogs on Benbecula. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR529311 GPS Tracking Hedgehogs on Benbecula, Outer Hebrides - The Uist Native Wildlife Project is seeking a highly skilled specialist in tracking wildlife (preferably hedgehogs), following best practice methodology to gain insight into the behaviour of hedgehogs on Benbecula. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.rspb.org.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000788878 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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