---
title: "TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000821727"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-01-27"
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# TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING

Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000821727

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## Summary

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Scotland is seeking qualified contractors for the provision of predator control services at Upper Lough Erne, County Fermanagh. This initiative, subject to funding, is currently in the tender stage with a deadline for submissions by 23rd February 2026. The tender falls under the environmental protection category and operates as an open procedure, allowing electronic and written submissions. The project location is specifically situated in Upper Lough Erne and aims to address wildlife management to ensure compliance with Northern Ireland legislative frameworks and RSPB's internal safety policies.

This tender represents substantial opportunities for firms specialising in wildlife management or environmental protection services. Companies with expertise in predator control, particularly those equipped with knowledge on compliance with the General License requirements in Northern Ireland, are encouraged to apply. The contract offers the potential for business growth through engagement in a multi-year project, with a contract period starting from 1st April 2026 through to 31st March 2028. The environmentally focused work aligns well with businesses prioritising sustainability and ecological preservation. Engaging in this project can enhance credentials, expand service offerings, and solidify partnerships with established environmental organisations like the RSPB.

## Notice

We seek a contractor to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites. This will be delivered 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.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this work is to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548087 |
| 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 | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| 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 |
| Additional buyers | RSPB NORTHERN IRELAND |
| 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

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 77600000 - Hunting services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548087

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548087
  TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF PREDATOR CONTROL SERVICES TO RSPB NI - UPPER LOUGH ERNE, COUNTY FERMANAGH - SUBJECT TO FUNDING - We seek a contractor to significantly reduce the abundance of foxes and carrion/hooded/hybrid crows at key Upper Lough Erne sites. This will be delivered 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.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.rspb.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000821727
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=821727

## Provenance

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