---
title: "Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-01-26"
---

# Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne

Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669.json)

## Summary

RSPB Scotland has initiated a tender process titled "Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne," falling under the industry category of Environmental Protection. This process is currently in the tender stage and adopts an open procurement method, allowing for electronic submissions. The tender, which involves carrying out lethal control of foxes and hooded crows to benefit breeding waders, is located in Lower Lough Erne, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Potential bidders should note the end date for submissions is set for 23rd February 2026, following which the award period commences on the same date. The work is part of a wider project, with a contract period lasting 720 days and possible renewals dependent on future funding.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in wildlife management or pest control services, particularly those with expertise in environmentally sensitive methods. It is ideal for businesses capable of adhering to regional legislative and general licence requirements, a crucial compliance factor for this contract. Companies with a strong track record in predator control and those able to deliver high standards of safety and ecological sensitivity stand to benefit and grow through successful execution of this contract. This could potentially open new avenues for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the UK environmental services sector.

## Notice

To carry out lethal control of foxes and hooded crows for the benefit on breeding waders on Lower Lough Erne, co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this work is to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at RSPB Lower Lough Erne Islands Reserve in compliance with the legislation and General License requirements in Northern Ireland, the RSPB's Vertebrate Control policy and the RSPB's Health and Safety policy. This work is being carried out for the benefit of breeding waders.

Renewal: dependent on future funding

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548028 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 | TLN0G Fermanagh and Omagh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 45262640 - Environmental improvement works
- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 26 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548028

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548028
  Predator Control on Lower Lough Erne - To carry out lethal control of foxes and hooded crows for the benefit on breeding waders on Lower Lough Erne, co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.rspb.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821669

## 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-r6ebe6-0000821669. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000821669.json.