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Contract for the Provision of SCF0218 (GrasTech)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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09 Apr 2020 at 10:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal for the "Contract for the Provision of SCF0218 (GrasTech)", which falls under the industry category of research laboratory services. This contract is focused on developing grazing strategies and sensor systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from grazing cattle in Scotland, United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, and the contract period is from 1st October 2019 to 30th September 2022. The deadline for tender submissions was 1st September 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in precision livestock farming (PLF) technologies, environmental sustainability solutions, and agricultural research. Companies with expertise in developing innovative grazing strategies or sensor technology application for livestock management would be particularly well-suited to participate. Engaging in this project can help businesses expand their clientele within the agricultural sector, contributing to the advancement of environmentally friendly farming practices.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of SCF0218 (GrasTech)

Notice Description

Cattle farmers are facing increased demand for pasture-based and environmentally friendly products. Although feeding strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have been studied intensively, options for grazing systems are under-researched. The overall objective of the wider European project is to develop grazing strategies and sensor systems to reduce GHG emission intensity from grazing cattle. Greenhouse gas emissions from grazing cattle are generally higher and more variable than those from housed cattle because of the inherent variability of herbage and the reduced opportunity to monitor and manage diets. A range of imaging and sensing technologies are being used increasingly to monitor and manage resources in a wide range of farming systems. In the livestock sector, it has been easier to implement these 'precision livestock farming' (PLF) technologies with housed animals. The same technical constraints have also meant that there are no simple and reliable ways to estimate methane emissions from grazing cattle. UK work within the wider project will address development of PLF technology for use with grazing cattle. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. "

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f13e0bf4-62c3-4d2b-99ed-d140f3fd256b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e047e72b-0fe9-4ee1-9454-3c31afe44e41
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2022 3-4 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCOTTISH RURAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Further Information

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