Tender

Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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Tender

08 Jan 2018 at 10:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs is seeking proposals for the tender titled "Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations." This project aims to genotype a population of dairy bulls and Holstein cows, enhancing genomic prediction accuracy, particularly for TB resistance. The procurement process is at the open tender stage, with submissions due by 22 January 2018. The project is set to commence on 1 February 2018 and will conclude by 1 November 2018. The total contract value is £342,000 and it falls within the agricultural services industry category, specifically under agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agricultural and genomic analysis sectors, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering innovative genotyping projects. Companies with expertise in genetic testing, agricultural genetics, and livestock management would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Participation in this project could aid in expanding their market reach and contributing to advancements in agricultural practices concerning livestock health and productivity.

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Notice Title

Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations

Notice Description

Genotype a population of dairy bulls (from the Holstein, Ayrshire, Friesian, Guernsey and Jersey breeds) and Holstein cows to produce an enriched genotype pool to improve the genomic prediction accuracy of all traits used in PSPLI but in particular for TB resistance. We are now seeking project proposals which will maximise the number of male and female genotypes produced towards this aim. The contract start date is 1 February 2018 NOTE: The mandatory timescale for delivery of the final project plan is short and needs to be completed by 15/03/2018 and by submitting a proposal you are agreeing to this. Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk The tender documentation will be sent to you.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-220f6687-6475-4a3d-8ca7-d88ea74ee873
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7f223e0-bf81-46d3-908a-60766a55c4e3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£342,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2018 - 1 Nov 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ahdb.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KENILWORTH
Postcode
CV8 2TL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Cubbington & Leek Wootton
Westminster Constituency
Kenilworth and Southam

Further Information

Notice Documents

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