---
title: "Award of Purchase of Scallop Gear (MS-P-0478)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831926"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2026-07-10"
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# Award of Purchase of Scallop Gear (MS-P-0478)

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831926

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Award of Purchase of Scallop Gear (MS-P-0478)" was conducted by the Scottish Government, specifically its Marine Directorate. This tender falls under the agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products category, with a location based in Aberdeen, at the Marine Laboratory. The procurement has reached the award stage, with the award date noted as 10th July 2026. The procurement method was conducted through a tender initiation type and was focused on acquiring goods, specifically scallop gear for scientific research purposes. The procurement process started on 7th January 2026, and the main supplier awarded was Oban Scallop Gear Ltd with a contract value of £33,683.26.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of fishing or scientific gear, particularly those specialising in products for farming, hunting, or fishing industries. Companies like Oban Scallop Gear Ltd, which supplied the required gear, are likely to gain business growth through such contracts. Suppliers who are adept at delivering specialised agricultural and related equipment or services incidental to fishing could find competitive opportunities in similar tenders. The successful completion and execution of such contracts could enhance a company's reputation and drive further business development in the niche market of scientific research equipment procurement.

## Notice

The Scottish Ministers, Marine Directorate invite tenders for the purchase of scallop gear for scientific research being undertaken.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559909 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £33,683 |
| 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 | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL; GLASGOW CLYDE COLLEGE; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Cardonald |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | ARJO; DALKIA OPERATIONS; OBAN SCALLOP GEAR; QUO IMUS LIMITED (TRADING AS QI CONSULTING; ULTIMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS; VALUTA; VENESKY BROWN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 03300000 - Farming, hunting and fishing products
- 37413000 - Articles for hunting or fishing
- 77700000 - Services incidental to fishing

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 13:18 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559909

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.glasgowclyde.ac.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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