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title: "Provision of a Computer Tomography scanning service for the purpose of evaluation of equipment for the determination of lean meat content in pig carcases"
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# Provision of a Computer Tomography scanning service for the purpose of evaluation of equipment for the determination of lean meat content in pig carcases

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22419f5d-8e52-4cba-994f-735f2e8c10d1

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently planning a tender titled "Provision of a Computer Tomography scanning service for the purpose of evaluation of equipment for the determination of lean meat content in pig carcases". This procurement falls under the agricultural industry category and targets suppliers able to provide CT scanning services, including equipment and technicians for commercial abattoirs in the United Kingdom. The engagement phase is set to conclude by 30 August 2019, and potential suppliers are encouraged to seek further details through the provided contact email.

This procurement presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in agricultural technology, particularly those who specialise in equipment and services for meat processing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that offer innovation in carcase classification and assessment systems would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could enable businesses to expand their market presence and contribute to advancements in pig carcase evaluation methods.

## Notice

AHDB is seeking information from possible suppliers of a Computer Tomography (CT) scanning service (to include the CT equipment and technicians to operate it and interpret the results) for the assessment of lean meat content of pig half-carcases at a commercial abattoir premises within the United Kingdom. AHDB is engaged in a programme of work with the aim to "stimulate the introduction of a new method of carcase classification." To address this the AHDB Pork Board established a working group to explore opportunities for new carcase assessment systems. The group has concluded that there are two new classification devices that offer the potential to provide a more complete assessment of yield from the carcase. We are now seeking to set up and run a trial to evaluate these devices, together with existing hand-held probes, for their ability to predict lean meat content (measured by CT) of pig carcases. To receive further details, please email procurement@ahdb.org.uk Additional information: If you are interested in receiving further details reqarding this request for information, please email procurement@ahdb.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aac2758-79ae-4a17-ac48-1a8701b790fd |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Aug 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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

- 1 Aug 2019 at 16:24 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aac2758-79ae-4a17-ac48-1a8701b790fd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4aac2758-79ae-4a17-ac48-1a8701b790fd
  1st August 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

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