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title: "Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations"
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# Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-220f6687-6475-4a3d-8ca7-d88ea74ee873

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs is seeking proposals for the tender titled "Genotypes to improve the accuracy of TB Advantage evaluations." This project aims to genotype a population of dairy bulls and Holstein cows, enhancing genomic prediction accuracy, particularly for TB resistance. The procurement process is at the open tender stage, with submissions due by 22 January 2018. The project is set to commence on 1 February 2018 and will conclude by 1 November 2018. The total contract value is £342,000 and it falls within the agricultural services industry category, specifically under agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and related products.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the agricultural and genomic analysis sectors, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering innovative genotyping projects. Companies with expertise in genetic testing, agricultural genetics, and livestock management would be particularly well-positioned to compete for this contract. Participation in this project could aid in expanding their market reach and contributing to advancements in agricultural practices concerning livestock health and productivity.

## Notice

Genotype a population of dairy bulls (from the Holstein, Ayrshire, Friesian, Guernsey and Jersey breeds) and Holstein cows to produce an enriched genotype pool to improve the genomic prediction accuracy of all traits used in PSPLI but in particular for TB resistance. We are now seeking project proposals which will maximise the number of male and female genotypes produced towards this aim. The contract start date is 1 February 2018 NOTE: The mandatory timescale for delivery of the final project plan is short and needs to be completed by 15/03/2018 and by submitting a proposal you are agreeing to this. Additional information: If you are interested in this opportunity, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk The tender documentation will be sent to you.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7f223e0-bf81-46d3-908a-60766a55c4e3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2018 - 1 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £342,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | KENILWORTH |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV8 2TL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Cubbington & Leek Wootton |
| Westminster constituency | Kenilworth and Southam |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2018 at 10:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7f223e0-bf81-46d3-908a-60766a55c4e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7f223e0-bf81-46d3-908a-60766a55c4e3
  8th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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