Estimation of cumulative spatial restrictions to commercial fishing in Scottish waters

Buyer
Scottish Government
Value
Not published
Closes
2 November 2026
Where
Glasgow
Type
Open tender

In plain English

The Scottish Government wants a contractor to map where commercial fishing is restricted in Scottish waters due to other activities (like offshore wind farms), and create a case study showing how fishing businesses might be displaced. This research will help the government make better decisions about marine planning.

What the buyer wants

• Create detailed spatial maps showing all the areas where commercial fishing is currently restricted or limited in Scottish waters • Analyse the cumulative impact of these restrictions on the fishing sector • Produce a hypothetical case study exploring how commercial fishing could be displaced by these restrictions • Provide evidence and analysis to support future marine planning and policy decisions

Likely requirements

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This contract requires specialist expertise in GIS, marine spatial planning, and commercial fishing analysis, which most small trades (builders, electricians, cleaners) will not possess. It is suited to environmental consultants, marine research firms, or specialist mapping contractors rather than traditional construction or service trades.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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