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title: "033/0721/T Automatic Weighing Machines for Beef Cattle"
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# 033/0721/T Automatic Weighing Machines for Beef Cattle

Buyer: AGRI-EPI CENTRE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b1470b7d-6567-4673-9f16-6a907aa09482

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## Summary

The Agri-EPI Centre Limited, based in Edinburgh, is conducting a procurement process for "033/0721/T Automatic Weighing Machines for Beef Cattle". This opportunity falls under the agricultural sector, specifically focused on improving cattle management through technology. The open procurement method aims to streamline the monitoring of live weights in beef cattle, assisting farmers to optimise their livestock for market readiness. The tender period ended on 23 July 2021, with the contract period commencing on 30 July 2021 and concluding on 29 July 2023. The total value of the awarded contract is £180,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in producing automated agricultural equipment, particularly those involved in cattle management systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to compete for this contract, given its open nature. Suppliers can enhance their market presence by showcasing innovative solutions that reduce labour-intensive tasks, ensuring compliance with industry weight standards.

## Notice

Agri-EPI Centre is seeking bids from qualified and experienced suppliers of automatic weighing units for beef cattle monitoring purposes. Removing labour intensive weight monitoring whilst still getting accurate daily live weights is crucial to allow progressive farmers to ensure that their cattle are at optimum weights when sent to the abattoir, reducing the risk of receiving over-weight penalties whilst ensuring the cattle are at their premium weight. It also allows AEC to remotely access data for projects and other uses. The tracking of LWG (Live Weight Gain) allows the management of cattle nutrition to speed up or slow down the growth to make sure that the cattle are ready when you need them to be. Auto weighing unit with water trough and data analysed with delivery to stockman via mobile phone. Additional information: The ITT documents for this opportunity are only available from our e-tendering portal:- www.ne1procurementservices.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4750818-5b11-4623-ad65-20e91e40fea9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2021 - 29 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £180,000 |
| 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 | AGRI-EPI CENTRE LIMITED |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH25 9RG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian |
| Local authority | Midlothian |
| Electoral ward | Midlothian West |
| Westminster constituency | Midlothian |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DAVID RITCHIE (IMPLEMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2022 at 14:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4750818-5b11-4623-ad65-20e91e40fea9
- 15 Jul 2021 at 12:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e775c293-e9c5-41f0-898b-29895343be9b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4750818-5b11-4623-ad65-20e91e40fea9
  15th March 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e775c293-e9c5-41f0-898b-29895343be9b
  15th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://agri-epicentre.com/

## Provenance

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