Tender

Supply of self-propelled harvester with automated real-time crop analysis

ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED

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Tender

04 Jan 2018 at 09:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Rothamsted Research Limited involves an open tender for the supply of a self-propelled harvester with advanced real-time crop analysis capabilities. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code for harvesting and threshing machinery, is set in the South West region of England. The tender was published on 4th January 2018, with bidding closing on 12th February 2018. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 26th February 2018 and conclude by 15th March 2018. The estimated value of the contract is £275,000, with a minimum financial threshold of £225,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the agricultural machinery sector, particularly those specialising in advanced technology and equipment. Companies offering solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and operability in harvesting operations would be well-positioned to compete. With the procurement method being open, both established firms and innovative entrants can participate, allowing for diverse proposals that meet the specifications outlined in the tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of self-propelled harvester with automated real-time crop analysis

Notice Description

The machine is to be a self-propelled forage harvester with rotary crophead and hay pickup options. The spout must be capable of housing Near Infra-Red (NIR) technology to analyse whole crop moisture and constituents in real time. The proposal should include the necessary components to optimise safety, reliability, quality, efficiency, economy and operability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a4aad320-bfca-47e2-b109-21b4776b6f9c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8236a43-d85e-4a5e-8515-dda77ed0f6f8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

CPV Codes

16340000 - Harvesting and threshing machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£275,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Feb 2018 - 15 Mar 2018 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARPENDEN
Postcode
AL5 2JQ
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
St Albans
Electoral Ward
Harpenden West
Westminster Constituency
Harpenden and Berkhamsted

Further Information

Notice Documents

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