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RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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22 Apr 2024 at 15:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has recently awarded a contract for the project titled "RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed" to the University of Plymouth. The procurement process, which falls under the services category, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on April 1, 2024, with a contract period running from April 10, 2024, to February 26, 2025, creating a deadline for interested parties. The contract is valued at £107,280 GBP and involves applications in marine ecosystem monitoring.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialized in research and development consultancy services to collaborate with Defra on cutting-edge projects related to benthic ecosystems. Companies with expertise in deep learning artificial intelligence and marine technology are well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this procurement opportunity, businesses can access a significant government contract with the potential for innovation and impact in the field of marine ecosystem monitoring and analysis.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed

Notice Description

Visual observation of benthic ecosystems is a key part of Defra's marine ecosystem monitoring. Large quantities of still imagery and video are collected using a variety of platforms including towed camera sledge, bed-hop cameras, drift cameras, moored cameras, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and more recently autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8ac10108-07e5-4d4e-8347-19ec1159ed9b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704065a2-49a4-4d43-b7bc-89b7127bb60b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£107,280 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£107,280 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20241 years ago
Contract Period
9 Apr 2024 - 26 Feb 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
Defra group commercial
Contact Email
dgc.rdeframework@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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