--- title: "TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF AQUATIC INVERTEBRATE SAMPLING ANALYSIS" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND" published: "2026-08-07" --- # TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF AQUATIC INVERTEBRATE SAMPLING ANALYSIS Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619.json) ## Summary The public procurement contracting process is being conducted by RSPB Scotland, seeking a qualified contractor to provide aquatic invertebrate sampling analysis services. This tender, titled "TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF AQUATIC INVERTEBRATE SAMPLING ANALYSIS", falls under the environmental protection category and is essential to the 'Saving Scotland's Scoters' project, supported by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund. The procurement is at the tender stage, with an open procedure method. The services are required to be delivered by 30 November 2026, with the contract beginning on 7 September 2026. The submission deadline for electronic submissions is set for 31 August 2026 at 08:00 AM. The project's activities will primarily occur in the UKM region, specifically focusing on northern Scotland freshwater lochs. This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses specializing in environmental and ecological services, especially those experienced in aquatic invertebrate sampling and analysis. The project aligns with organisations that have a track record in environmental protection and biodiversity assessment, providing a chance to contribute to nature conservation efforts. With a contract value estimated at £28,000, it offers a substantial opportunity for growth and the potential to strengthen expertise and relationships within the framework of government-supported environmental initiatives. The tender's open procurement method encourages diverse participation, enhancing competition and innovation in environmental services. ## Notice RSPB are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of aquatic invertebrate sampling analysis services. The services are to be delivered by 30 November 2026. The contract will commence on 7 September 2026. This work is part of the 'Saving Scotland's Scoters' Development Phase project, which is supported by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Common Scoters (Melanitta nigra), a species of diving duck, breed in a small number of locations in northern Scotland but their populations have plummeted in recent decades and they are critically endangered. The work is part of a development study designed to assess the aquatic food resources available to Common Scoters at crucial stages during their breeding cycle. The Saving Scotland's Scoters project has collected aquatic invertebrate samples from a suite of 21 freshwater lochs at five sites across northern Scotland. The samples have been collected in two batches, from known feeding areas for the ducks/ducklings in each of the selected lochs. This study aims to capture information on the availability of different aquatic invertebrate species at each loch and their relative abundance in the feeding areas. 'Saving Scotland's Scoters' is a Development Phase project supported by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot. The specification for one tender is described within the Invitation to Tender. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561894 | | 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 | 7 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Sep 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £28,000 | | Lots value | £28,000 | | 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 | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 71610000 - Composition and purity testing and analysis services - 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services - 71632000 - Technical testing services - 71900000 - Laboratory services - 73111000 - Research laboratory services ## Release History - 7 Aug 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561894 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561894 TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY OF AQUATIC INVERTEBRATE SAMPLING ANALYSIS - RSPB are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor for the provision of aquatic invertebrate sampling analysis services. The services are to be delivered by 30 November 2026. The contract will commence on 7 September 2026. This work is part of the 'Saving Scotland's Scoters' Development Phase project, which is supported by the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.rspb.org.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=839619 ## 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-r6ebe6-0000839619. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000839619.json.