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title: "FlyIPM - Integrated Control of Root-Feeding Fly Larvae Infesting Vegetable Crops (ERAnet C-IPM)"
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# FlyIPM - Integrated Control of Root-Feeding Fly Larvae Infesting Vegetable Crops (ERAnet C-IPM)

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25523576-c358-4494-b685-ba9610ec2751

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## Summary

The recent procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal involves the project titled "FlyIPM - Integrated Control of Root-Feeding Fly Larvae Infesting Vegetable Crops (ERAnet C-IPM)." This project falls under the industry category of research and experimental development services and aims to enhance pest management for outdoor vegetable crops. The contract, valued at £49,008, commenced on 1 May 2017 and is set to conclude on 31 March 2020. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, with the successful bidder being the University of Warwick. Key aspects of this tender include a focus on integrated pest management strategies and the use of e-tendering methods for submissions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural research, pest control technologies, and integrated pest management solutions. Companies that can provide innovative approaches to pest management, particularly in relation to root-feeding larvae, may find this contract appealing. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, reflecting the buyer's inclusive procurement strategy which aims to foster participation from diverse business types and sizes.

## Notice

The aim of the proposed project is to improve the management of root-feeding fly larvae infesting outdoor vegetable crops using an integrated approach (IPM). The key pest insects are Delia radicum, D. floralis, D. antiqua, D. platura and Psila rosae and all considerably reduce crop yield and quality if not managed effectively. We will improve the management of these pests by 1) assimilating and synthesising information on pest life-cycles and on monitoring and forecasting approaches to improve integration of control methods; 2) developing methods to reduce the likelihood of adult insects finding and/or infesting susceptible crop plants; 3) developing and refining methods for biological control of larval and adult insects with entomopathogenic fungi (EPF) and nematodes; 4) integrating existing and newly-developed methods of control into IPM strategies and 5) disseminating information to a community of stakeholders to improve pest management at field and farm level. This will reduce the need for, and improve the performance of, insecticidal methods of control, increase the quality of produce, minimise waste both pre- and post-farmgate and reduce insecticide use and the resulting adverse effects on the environment and human health. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses e-tendering, provided by Bravosolutions. In order to access the Bravo system you will need to be registered. Could I therefore request that you register on the Bravo portal for Defra. If you're already registered on the Bravo portal please check that your registration includes Defra, as you have to specify us in order to correctly receive the tender documents. If you have any problems with the registration process, please contact the Bravo helpline on 0800 368 4850 or alternatively email them at help@bravosolution.co.uk. The link you require for new registration/amendments to registrations is - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cadd9594-e6c1-4ab3-adae-788116870e25 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,008 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,008 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2017 at 21:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cadd9594-e6c1-4ab3-adae-788116870e25

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cadd9594-e6c1-4ab3-adae-788116870e25
  11th August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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