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RDE666 Alternative pre-slaughter handling systems for the electrical stunning

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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11 Sep 2024 at 13:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has completed a procurement process titled "RDE666 Alternative pre-slaughter handling systems for the electrical stunning," focusing on research and development consultancy services. The contract, worth £48,029.04, has been awarded to SAC Commercial Ltd. The project aims to refine handling systems for the electrical stunning of slaughter-weight pigs, potentially reducing stockperson handling and pig isolation before slaughter. The contract commenced on 1st October 2024 and will conclude on 31st March 2025. This selective procurement method was executed as a call-off from a framework agreement, spanning multiple locations including the UK and international regions.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural consulting, automation solutions, and animal welfare technologies. Businesses with expertise in handling systems and reducing manual intervention in livestock management stand to benefit greatly. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to engage, given the inclusive suitability criteria set by DEFRA. The project ensures not only potential long-term improvements in animal welfare but also boosts business portfolios engaged in innovative farming solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE666 Alternative pre-slaughter handling systems for the electrical stunning

Notice Description

Overall aim: To determine whether it is feasible to refine handling systems for the electrical stunning of slaughter weight pigs, taking into consideration group handling of pigs and potential for automation to reduce stockperson handling and pig isolation before slaughter and achieve higher throughput. This is with a view to providing in the longer term a non-aversive alternative to high concentration carbon dioxide stunning.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-624786b2-ab35-4bfe-988c-218a4c5ee782
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89d882e4-7e6c-42b8-a648-88217e994e3e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£48,029 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£48,029 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAC COMMERCIAL

Further Information

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