Estimated Value
Up to £188,000
Deadline
24 August 2026
Published
24 July 2026
Type
goods
Overview
NatureScot’s survey vessel, Aphrodite, is a 24-year-old rigid hull inflatable boat that has reached the end of its recommended service life. NatureScot therefore requires the design, manufacture, commissioning, and delivery of a replacement versatile survey vessel and trailer capable of conducting marine environmental monitoring for a range of diverse habitats and species in Scotland’s inshore waters.
Key points
- Marine Protected Area (MPA) monitoring
- Benthic habitat surveys
- Species monitoring and evidence-gathering
- Diver-based surveys and sampling
- Drop-down video (DDV) and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) surveys
- Deployment and recovery of scientific monitoring equipment
- Acoustic monitoring and hydrographic survey activities
- Operations in remote coastal and island locations (e.g. Shiant Isles, Mingulay and Sanday (Orkney)) The vessel shall be capable of supporting these activities whilst carrying personnel and equipment safely in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements. Additional information: Scotland Excel is acting on behalf of Scottish Natural Heritage (NatureScot) in the execution of this tender but will not be party to the contract or the management of the contract throughout its lifetime. The duration of the contract may be varied in line with the finalised delivery programme.
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24 July 2026
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