--- title: "Phenotyping platform - plant water use efficiency by mass balance" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY" published: "2023-10-12" --- # Phenotyping platform - plant water use efficiency by mass balance Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-913d3ccb-3bc2-4492-8653-5d5520448dff.json) ## Summary The University, Lancaster University, based in Lancaster, is conducting a tender for the provision of an integrated plant phenotyping platform to measure plant water use efficiency. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender closing on November 6th, 2023. The project location is at Bailrigg Campus in Lancaster, with a contract period from December 1st, 2023, to November 30th, 2025. The industry category involves laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a contract value of £135,000 GBP. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), and the University aims to create business opportunities for SMEs. This public procurement contracting process by Lancaster University for a phenotyping platform presents an opportunity for businesses in the laboratory equipment industry to compete. SMEs that specialize in providing precision equipment and technologies related to plant phenotyping are well-suited to bid for this tender. The project offers a chance for business growth through supplying essential equipment to support plant physiology research and environmental sustainability efforts. Interested businesses should note the deadlines, location, and contract details to prepare a competitive bid for this innovative project. ## Notice The University is inviting tenders for the provision of an integrated plant phenotyping platform. The platform will measure plant water use efficiency using mass balance, integrated with control of fertigation regimes and measurement of microclimate. It will be one component of a Centre for Photosynthetic Diversity, jointly supported by the University and the Wolfson Foundation. The Centre is scheduled for scheduled for delivery by July 31st 2024, and may become part of a future UK phenotyping infrastructure. The platform will be installed within a controlled environment facility, in parallel with an automated imaging system designed to capture leaf area development and leaf biochemistry. The controlled environment facility and imaging system are tendered separately, and we anticipate a need for the platform supplier to work in concert with the manufacturers of these systems to ensure compatibility. The location of the site is Bailrigg Campus, Lancaster, LA1 4YW. There could be a requirement for further purchases, dependent on future funding. Lancaster University reserves the right not to award a contract following this tender, nor does it bind itself to accept the lowest price or any quotation. The contract awarded shall not be split in multiple suppliers to fulfil the options. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ddd0492-cdf0-4a1b-b6c9-64fce2ff6eeb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 | 12 Oct 2023 | | Submission deadline | 6 Nov 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2023 - 30 Nov 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £135,000 | | 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 | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LANCASTER | | Post town | Lancaster | | Postcode | LA1 4YQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre | | Local authority | Lancaster | | Electoral ward | University | | Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 12 Oct 2023 at 09:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ddd0492-cdf0-4a1b-b6c9-64fce2ff6eeb - 9 Oct 2023 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ddd0492-cdf0-4a1b-b6c9-64fce2ff6eeb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ddd0492-cdf0-4a1b-b6c9-64fce2ff6eeb 12th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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