--- title: "Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-06-09" --- # Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government has initiated a tender for the establishment and management of a trial hub focused on pre-processing end-of-life gear waste from the fishing and aquaculture sectors. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 9th July 2026. Located in Scotland, this open procedure invites electronic submissions and falls under the general public services industry category. It's valued at £489,000, with the contract expected to start on 12th August 2026 and conclude on 11th February 2027. The primary function is to create a collection point for receiving, cleaning, drying, dismantling, and sorting gear for recycling. The submission for bids can be completed electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland platform. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms with experience in waste management and recycling services. Companies in these sectors can benefit from the government initiative by showcasing their capacity in managing environmental services. Suitable candidates will demonstrate robust technical and financial capabilities, as the project requires a minimum yearly turnover of £200,000 and suitable insurance coverage. Businesses capable of providing a comprehensive approach, including quality management and environmental considerations, will likely be competitive contenders for this opportunity. ## Notice Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557572 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - 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 | 9 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Aug 2026 - 11 Feb 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £489,000 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 34930000 - Marine equipment - 98361000 - Aquatic marine services ## Release History - 9 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557572 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557572 Establishing and Managing a Trial Hub for Pre-processing of End-of-life Gear Waste from Fishing and Aquaculture Sectors - Marine directorate require a supplier to set-up and run a collection point where end-of-life aquaculture and fishing gear can be brought for pre-processing ahead of recycling. The supplier will also be required to provide a full service for the receipt, cleaning, drying, dismantling and sorting of gear that is free to access by users. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=834152 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=834152 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000834152. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000834152.json.