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Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley

DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS

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11 Sep 2025 at 11:30

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11 Sep 2025 at 11:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This procurement falls under the Research and Development consultancy services category and encompasses a wide geographical area, including the United Kingdom and other global regions. The procurement method used was a selective approach via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to NIAB and commenced on 10th September 2025, with completion scheduled for 17th March 2028. The award process was completed and published on 11th September 2025 with the total contract value amounting to £266,463. The tendering phase concluded on 25th July 2025.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies involved in research and development with a focus on innovative AI applications in agriculture. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete due to the project's suitability criteria. Businesses with expertise in genomic pattern recognition and a capability to deploy AI solutions across diverse international markets will find this tender particularly beneficial. Engaging in such a contract can enhance a company's profile and expand its portfolio within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley

Notice Description

Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley - from proof of concept to implementation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a4b80af4-c3bb-4387-99e7-13981e99258d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a1f4a9-e4c2-4f3c-a49c-ba5a06396f24
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
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
£266,463 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£266,463 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2025 - 17 Mar 2028 2-3 years
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 4DF
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

NIAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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