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    ContractsTechnical Support Services for Plankton and Larval Identification in Ireland
    Awarded contract

    Technical Support Services for Plankton and Larval Identification in Ireland

    Awarded
    400k
    Published 24 Jun 2026

    Ireland's BIM is seeking technical expert services for plankton and larval identification, including industry workshops and ongoing project support.

    🇮🇪IrelandPublished 24 Jun 2026· 3 months agoviaTED
    Awarded
    400k
    Published 24 Jun 2026

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      400,000currency not stated
    • Closing date
      Rolling
      No closing date published
    • Sector
      Research & Innovation
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    • Location
      🇮🇪Ireland

    Suppliers

    1 supplier
    • SA
      SouthWest Aquatech
    Lead contractor

    Lifecycle

    Awarded

    Contract awarded. Originally published 3 months ago.

    24 June 2026
    Awarded — no open tender advertised

    Brief

    BIM (Bord Iascaigh Mhara) seeks expert technical support services for the identification and analysis of phytoplankton, zooplankton, and larval species in Irish aquatic environments. The successful service provider will deliver expert guidance on species identification across multiple ongoing projects, with flexibility to support additional species or water quality parameters as needed. Key deliverables include at least 4 workshops and presentations for industry stakeholders on phytoplankton identification and analysis, delivered at various locations throughout Ireland. The service provider must be adaptable to scheduling requirements while receiving adequate advance notice. Qualified applicants should have demonstrated expertise in marine plankton identification, larval biology, and experience delivering technical training to industry professionals. This is an ongoing requirement to support BIM's marine research and monitoring initiatives.

    Track record

    1 award · 1 winner
    Thin record

    Only 1 prior award here — too little to read.

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    Who wins here
    1. SouthWest Aquatech1× · 100%

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    Publisher
    Publications Office of the European Union
    Licence
    EU 2011/833/EU + TED reuse notice
    Source
    ted.europa.eu
    Record ID
    428529-2026
    IS
    Buyer
    IRISH SEA FISHERIES BOARD BIM
    Sector
    Research & Innovation