---
title: "Award of Analysis of Trace Metals in Biota (MS-P-0446)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000819553"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-03-04"
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# Award of Analysis of Trace Metals in Biota (MS-P-0446)

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000819553

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## Summary

The Scottish Government recently concluded an award stage in the procurement process for the "Award of Analysis of Trace Metals in Biota (MS-P-0446)." This contract falls within the services category, specifically Marine research services, and is situated in Aberdeen, Scotland. The Marine Directorate is the buying organisation, responsible for overseeing the project of analysing 221 biota samples collected between 2024 and 2025 using an acid digest method. The supplier awarded the contract is Cefas, based in Lowestoft, and the contract value is £55,543.93 GBP. This procurement process reflects the successful completion of the tender process initiated by the Scottish Government on 4th March 2026.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for facilities proficient in analytical services related to marine research. Businesses specialising in environmental and chemical analysis will particularly find this project favourable as it involves complex methodologies like the acid digest method. The detailed analysis required may enable such businesses to enhance their technical capabilities and establish stronger expertise in the sector. Moreover, collaboration with the Scottish Government could lead to future opportunities in public sector research initiatives and similar procurement processes.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers invites bids from analytic facilities to conduct analysis of trace metals in biota using an acid digest method.Marine Directorate, a Directorate of the Scottish Government, has 221 biota samples, collected in 2024-2025 to be analysed for trace metals using an acid digest method (nitric acid).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550921 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £55,543 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Additional buyers | CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL; EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL; NHS FIFE; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA; WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUNFERMLINE |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 12 |
| Supplier names | ; ATKINSREALIS; CEFAS; DIVERSE SCHOOL TRAVEL; J THOMSON COLOUR PRINTERS; LLOYD; PARENTPAY; QIAGEN; SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES; SWECO; THINKS INSIGHT AND STRATEGY (BRITAIN THINKS; VENESKY-BROWN RECRUITMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 13:31 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR550921

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.clacks.gov.uk/business/corporateprocurementprocess/
- http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk
- http://www.nhsfife.org
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/15478/Tenders-and-contracts
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scottish-enterprise.com/

## Provenance

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