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title: "Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley"
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# Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4b80af4-c3bb-4387-99e7-13981e99258d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra). This procurement falls under the Research and Development consultancy services category and encompasses a wide geographical area, including the United Kingdom and other global regions. The procurement method used was a selective approach via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract was awarded to NIAB and commenced on 10th September 2025, with completion scheduled for 17th March 2028. The award process was completed and published on 11th September 2025 with the total contract value amounting to £266,463. The tendering phase concluded on 25th July 2025.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies involved in research and development with a focus on innovative AI applications in agriculture. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete due to the project's suitability criteria. Businesses with expertise in genomic pattern recognition and a capability to deploy AI solutions across diverse international markets will find this tender particularly beneficial. Engaging in such a contract can enhance a company's profile and expand its portfolio within the industry.

## Notice

Artificial Intelligence Genomic Pattern Recognition for Barley - from proof of concept to implementation

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a1f4a9-e4c2-4f3c-a49c-ba5a06396f24 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Sep 2025 - 17 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £266,463 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £266,463 |
| 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 4DF |
| 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 | NIAB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 Sep 2025 at 11:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a1f4a9-e4c2-4f3c-a49c-ba5a06396f24
- 11 Sep 2025 at 11:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07b75e7-628a-4c8f-b789-c110607e144d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7a1f4a9-e4c2-4f3c-a49c-ba5a06396f24
  11th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07b75e7-628a-4c8f-b789-c110607e144d
  11th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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