Estimation of cumulative spatial restrictions to commercial fishing in Scottish waters
The contract covers spatial mapping of cumulative restrictions on commercial fishing in Scottish waters, together with a hypothetical case study examining cumulative displacement caused by those restrictions. The buyer is the Scottish Government, through its Offshore Wind Directorate, which develops marine planning and policy affecting Scotland’s offshore waters and fishing sector. The contractor will be expected to identify and map relevant spatial restrictions, assess their cumulative implications for commercial fishing, and produce an evidence base to inform potential future marine planning and policy decisions. The estimated contract value is not specified, and no contract duration or delivery timetable is provided in the tender details. The work will focus on activities within Scottish waters, with the stated delivery region being the UK. The tender requires a contractor with the capability to undertake specialist spatial analysis and assess cumulative displacement effects for the commercial fishing sector; no specific certification or formal qualification is identified.
Buyer: Scottish Government. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: Not stated by the buyer
- Bids close: 2 Nov 2026
- Location: Scotland
- Procedure: Open procedure
- Category: Services incidental to fishing (77700000)
From the official notice
The Offshore Wind Directorate invites a tender from a suitable contractor to undertake spatial mapping of the cumulative spatial restrictions to commercial fishing in Scottish waters plus a hypothetical case study exploring cumulative displacement from spatial restrictions for the commercial fishing sector. This tender will provide an evidence base to inform any future marine planning and policy decisions which may impact upon the fishing sector and will focus on activities within Scottish waters.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 2 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The buyer has not published a value.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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