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title: "RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed"
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# RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8ac10108-07e5-4d4e-8347-19ec1159ed9b

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has recently awarded a contract for the project titled "RDE553 Application of Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence to Automate Seabed" to the University of Plymouth. The procurement process, which falls under the services category, was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on April 1, 2024, with a contract period running from April 10, 2024, to February 26, 2025, creating a deadline for interested parties. The contract is valued at £107,280 GBP and involves applications in marine ecosystem monitoring.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialized in research and development consultancy services to collaborate with Defra on cutting-edge projects related to benthic ecosystems. Companies with expertise in deep learning artificial intelligence and marine technology are well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this procurement opportunity, businesses can access a significant government contract with the potential for innovation and impact in the field of marine ecosystem monitoring and analysis.

## Notice

Visual observation of benthic ecosystems is a key part of Defra's marine ecosystem monitoring. Large quantities of still imagery and video are collected using a variety of platforms including towed camera sledge, bed-hop cameras, drift cameras, moored cameras, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and more recently autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704065a2-49a4-4d43-b7bc-89b7127bb60b |
| 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 | 22 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Apr 2024 - 26 Feb 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £107,280 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £107,280 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2024 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704065a2-49a4-4d43-b7bc-89b7127bb60b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704065a2-49a4-4d43-b7bc-89b7127bb60b
  22nd April 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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