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Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia

SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED

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Award

27 Sep 2018 at 10:54

Award Notice
Tender

01 Aug 2018 at 15:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, seeking technical services to demonstrate the effectiveness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in cocoa production in Colombia. The tender, titled "Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia," falls under the services category, specifically related to platform interconnectivity software package (CPV: 48211000). The award stage took place on 29th August 2018, with the awarded contract commencing on 30th August 2018 and ending on 3rd February 2020. The tender period concluded on 22nd August 2018, and the expected range of the contract value is between £50,000 and £75,000. The procurement method used was an open procedure, suitable for SMEs but not for VCSEs, with delivery addresses provided in Didcot, Oxfordshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in Earth observation technologies and related software solutions, especially those that can integrate sensor networks with digital applications for enhanced agricultural management. Firms with expertise in environmental data analytics, mobile application development, and agricultural consultancy would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Moreover, the focus on improving cocoa farm management opens avenues for businesses involved in sustainable agriculture practices, potentially leading to growth in both local and international markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia

Notice Description

The Catapult is opening this opportunity to interested parties, who wish to support the demonstration of how Earth Observation (EO) and in-field sensor networks (e.g. soil moisture measurement, weather stations) can be coupled with web/mobile phone applications and expert knowledge to deliver improved cocoa farm management.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f55e5edf-c320-4cbe-a1ed-226e8b45e52f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ec0b5b9-8f1e-42f2-84f3-f16e1e8a1b94
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48211000 - Platform interconnectivity software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 20187 years ago
Contract Period
29 Aug 2018 - 3 Feb 2020 1-2 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
SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0QR
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Hendreds
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAB INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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