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title: "Supply of self-propelled harvester with automated real-time crop analysis"
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# Supply of self-propelled harvester with automated real-time crop analysis

Buyer: ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4aad320-bfca-47e2-b109-21b4776b6f9c

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Rothamsted Research Limited involves an open tender for the supply of a self-propelled harvester with advanced real-time crop analysis capabilities. This opportunity, classified under the CPV code for harvesting and threshing machinery, is set in the South West region of England. The tender was published on 4th January 2018, with bidding closing on 12th February 2018. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 26th February 2018 and conclude by 15th March 2018. The estimated value of the contract is £275,000, with a minimum financial threshold of £225,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses operating in the agricultural machinery sector, particularly those specialising in advanced technology and equipment. Companies offering solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and operability in harvesting operations would be well-positioned to compete. With the procurement method being open, both established firms and innovative entrants can participate, allowing for diverse proposals that meet the specifications outlined in the tender.

## Notice

The machine is to be a self-propelled forage harvester with rotary crophead and hay pickup options. The spout must be capable of housing Near Infra-Red (NIR) technology to analyse whole crop moisture and constituents in real time. The proposal should include the necessary components to optimise safety, reliability, quality, efficiency, economy and operability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8236a43-d85e-4a5e-8515-dda77ed0f6f8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2018 - 15 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £275,000 |
| 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 | ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED |
| Locality | HARPENDEN |
| Post town | St Albans |
| Postcode | AL5 2JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | St Albans |
| Electoral ward | Harpenden West |
| Westminster constituency | Harpenden and Berkhamsted |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16340000 - Harvesting and threshing machinery

## Release History

- 4 Jan 2018 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8236a43-d85e-4a5e-8515-dda77ed0f6f8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8236a43-d85e-4a5e-8515-dda77ed0f6f8
  4th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7b5a37b3-ed65-4588-88bb-f0a851ada778
  ITT
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f1889db4-3fde-451a-a3b9-c6d67f2b20a9
  Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/53135568-91da-4709-9ba6-3549d43e01b0
  Scorecard
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/41bf86b0-31ce-4024-8533-4bf324141933
  Pricing Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b4da8d0-fd8e-453f-b2d3-a53ac33b1028
  Supplier Questionnaire
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dbfb5177-48fd-4247-bb09-effdcfaaa497
  Tender Return Label
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eace2aa5-cb98-4232-b1b4-3e7edc3926ab
  Standard Terms and Conditions
- https://www.rothamsted.ac.uk/tender-documents
  Documents available to download

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rothamsted.ac.uk

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