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Large Plant Platform

ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY

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Award

24 Oct 2024 at 13:46

Tender

14 Oct 2022 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

Aberystwyth University recently concluded a procurement process for a large plant phenotyping platform, which includes a control system, a 2D/3D imaging system, and future integration capabilities for third-party or bespoke modalities. This tender, classified under the 'Plants' category (CPV 03451000) and representing the 'goods' industry, sought to enhance the University's capabilities in capturing longitudinal images of various crops. The procurement utilised an open procedure and was covered by GPA regulations. The awarded contract, valued at £155,000, was signed on 2nd December 2022 with LemnaTec GmbH as the supplier. The location for the delivery is Aberystwyth, Wales (UKL1 region).

This procurement project presents significant opportunities for technology companies, particularly those specialising in imaging systems, automation, and agricultural technology. Businesses with expertise in control systems and imaging technologies can benefit from engaging in such tenders, tapping into the research and technological advancements in the agricultural sector. Additionally, supplying advanced phenotyping platforms to research institutions like Aberystwyth University can bolster reputations and foster long-term collaborations with academia and other public sector entities. This tender was particularly suited for large technology suppliers proficient in delivering sophisticated and integrative imaging solutions.

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Notice Title

Large Plant Platform

Notice Description

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure (a) a control system, (b) a 2D/3D imaging system as well as (c) the ability to integrate new third party or bespoke modalities in the future for the large plant phenotyping platform, (hereafter referred to as the "platform"). The new capabilities will be used to undertake image capture of various types of crops, including oats and other small grain cereals, maize, miscanthus, forages, and saplings on a regular basis to enable longitudinal phenotyping across the life cycle.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure (a) a control system, (b) a 2D/3D imaging system as well as (c) the ability to integrate new third party or bespoke modalities in the future for the large plant phenotyping platform, (hereafter referred to as the "platform"). The new capabilities will be used to undertake image capture of various types of crops, including oats and other small grain cereals, maize, miscanthus, forages, and saplings on a regular basis to enable longitudinal phenotyping across the life cycle.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0375a7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034502-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03451000 - Plants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£155,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
pad47@aber.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1970628716

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERYSTWYTH
Postcode
SY23 3FB
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL1 West Wales and The Valleys

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEMNATEC

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