Marine Survey Vessel
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.
Buyer
Scottish Natural Heritage
Value
£188,000
Published
24 Jul 2026
Closes
24 Aug 2026
Procurement details
Source
Find a Tender
Region
Inverness & Nairn and Moray, Badenoch & Strathspey
Procurement method
Open
Category
Goods
Contract starts
Not provided
Contract ends
Not provided
CPV classifications
34500000
Ships and boats
34520000
Boats
34521000
Specialised boats
Lots
Marine Survey Vessel
Lot 1
Value not provided
The vessel will be used by NatureScot to undertake marine environmental monitoring and survey activities within Scotland’s inshore waters (within 12nm). The vessel shall provide a safe, reliable, and versatile platform capable of supporting a range of scientific and operational activities, including: - Marine Protected Area (MPA) monitoring - Benthic habitat...
Delivery: Scotland
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