--- title: "Framework Agreement for Fish Tracking Equipment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-05-27" --- # Framework Agreement for Fish Tracking Equipment Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government, through its Marine Directorate, is inviting tenders for a Framework Agreement for Fish Tracking Equipment. This procurement process aims to establish a framework pricing agreement for the supply of acoustic telemetry equipment, including acoustic release and weight recovery system components, to support various telemetry projects. Located in Edinburgh, this tender falls under the industry category of general public services. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions closing on 29th June 2026 by 12:00 PM, and an anticipated award start date on 29th June 2026 at 1:00 PM. The contract period is set to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2030. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in producing or supplying telemetry and fish tracking equipment. Firms that can demonstrate experience in delivering similar systems and possess robust technical facilities and quality management procedures would be well-suited to compete. Notably, the procurement process is open and invites electronic submissions, offering a streamlined entry for technologically adept businesses. The requirement for a minimum yearly turnover of £500,000 over the last two years and holding specific types of insurance underscores the opportunity for established businesses in the acoustic telemetry field to expand their portfolio through long-term collaboration with a national authority like the Scottish Government. ## Notice The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate (MD) invites tenders from suitable contractors to supply a Framework Pricing Agreement for the provision of acoustic telemetry equipment, acoustic release and weight recovery system components for various telemetry projects that MD will undertake. This framework will run for a four year duration. Scottish Government conduct telemetry studies to determine the spatial and temporal movement of fish migrating from rivers around the Scottish coast and in the marine environment. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate (MD) invites tenders from suitable contractors to supply a Framework Pricing Agreement for the provision of acoustic telemetry equipment, acoustic release and weight recovery system components for various telemetry projects that MD will undertake. This framework will run for a four year duration. Scottish Government conduct telemetry studies to determine the spatial and temporal movement of fish migrating from rivers around the Scottish coast and in the marine environment. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556673 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 | | 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 | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH6 6QQ | | 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 | Leith | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34930000 - Marine equipment ## Release History - 27 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556673 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556673 Framework Agreement for Fish Tracking Equipment - The Scottish Government, through Marine Directorate (MD) invites tenders from suitable contractors to supply a Framework Pricing Agreement for the provision of acoustic telemetry equipment, acoustic release and weight recovery system components for various telemetry projects that MD will undertake. This framework will run for a four year duration. Scottish Government conduct telemetry studies to determine the spatial and temporal movement of fish migrating from rivers around the Scottish coast and in the marine environment. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=833006 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=833006 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000833006. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000833006.json.