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title: "RDE 396 - Research proposal into the implementation of BEID into the Farming"
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# RDE 396 - Research proposal into the implementation of BEID into the Farming

Buyer: RPA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e054cf9-0511-4a12-abe7-bd48ac616dc1

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## Summary

The RPA has awarded a contract to Harper Adams University for research proposal RDE 396, focusing on implementing BEID technology in farming. The contract falls under the services category and was awarded through a selective procurement method. The tender period ended on 20th August 2023, with the contract starting on 1st September 2023 and lasting until 30th April 2024.

This procurement process presents an opportunity for businesses interested in research and development consultancy services within the farming sector. Harper Adams University, the awarded supplier, will be carrying out the research proposal, creating openings for collaboration and knowledge exchange. Businesses with expertise in technology applications in real-life farming situations would be well-suited to compete in this tender and potentially contribute to the advancement of BEID technology in the agricultural industry.

## Notice

To test the applied use of LF (Low Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) technology in BEID. Primary areas of interest are readability, accuracy of read, and application of technology in real life situations, we are proposing to work with a minimum of 5 farms from across the different sectors, 2 abattoirs and 1 livestock market. The contract was awarded by RPA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd59a171-5872-4f15-84b1-f5d4d5b4a6e6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2023 - 30 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,961 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RPA |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARPER ADAMS UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2023 at 15:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd59a171-5872-4f15-84b1-f5d4d5b4a6e6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd59a171-5872-4f15-84b1-f5d4d5b4a6e6
  10th November 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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