Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme

The Scottish Government, through its Marine Directorate, is currently in the tender stage for the "Scottish Marine Animal Stranding Scheme". This procurement falls under the "Veterinary services" industry category, aimed at providing a coordinated surveillance approach for cetacean, seal, shark, and marine turtle strandings in Scotland. Interested businesses must submit electronic bids by 9th January 2026, with the contract period starting from 7th April 2026 and lasting until 6th April 2029, with options to extend until 2031.

The project is valued at £825,000 and is centrally coordinated from Aberdeen, UKM region, involving marine research services. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine research, veterinary services, and environmental management. Companies with a strong track record in these areas, and the ability to coordinate collaborative efforts using volunteer networks, will find this opportunity well-suited to expand their outreach and demonstrate their expertise.

The contract requires a yearly turnover of £1.65 million over the past two years and technical capabilities to handle post-mortem investigations within their premises. Successful bidders will benefit from contributing to a national scheme with long-serving data collection and reporting commitments, potentially boosting their business profile and operational scope within the UK and beyond.