--- title: "CEFAS21-99 ITT OCPP Image annotation for machine learning algorithm" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2021-11-02" --- # CEFAS21-99 ITT OCPP Image annotation for machine learning algorithm Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c2115789-a25d-4cd5-80bb-018f324269b8.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "CEFAS21-99 ITT OCPP Image annotation for machine learning algorithm," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, is currently in the tender stage. This contract, located in the East of England, encompasses analysis services with a total value of £30,000. The deadline for submissions is 4th November 2021, and the contract period is set to commence on 8th November 2021, concluding on 31st March 2022. Interested suppliers are required to annotate at least 50 categories of marine litter using pixelwise segmentation on high-resolution images, with a focus on quality assurance conducted through multiple rounds of review by Cefas experts.  This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in image-processing, data analysis services, and marine environment studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector organisations (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the set requirements and the nature of the work involved. The project not only aids in fostering environmental sustainability but also enables businesses to enhance their portfolios and expertise in machine learning applications and marine studies, which are increasingly important in today's economic and ecological landscape. ## Notice The Tenderer will be provided with at least 50 categories of marine litter based on UNEP/IOC Litter Categories (Annex III.1 - https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/30009), and example images of litter categories will also be provided by Cefas. Cefas require the minimum scope to be based on annotating at least 50 litter categories, using pixelwise segmentation, of at least 5,000 high-resolution Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) images captured of beaches around the UK. Cefas require the Tenderer to also provide pricing and delivery timescales for: - 50 categories, pixelwise segmentation on 5,000, 10,000 and 20,000 images - 77 categories, pixelwise segmentation on 5,000, 10,000 and 20,000 images Given the non-uniform nature of marine litter, quality assurance will be critical to ensure the accuracy of the annotation. Therefore, Cefas require the Tenderer to submit to at least 3 rounds of quality assurance, allowing Cefas marine litter experts to review annotations to ensure accuracy. It is the preference of Cefas for the first iteration of annotation imagery to be completed prior to 20 December 2021. If the deliverable cannot be completed by this date, then the Tenderer should specify a custom amount of annotated imagery that can be completed prior to 20 December 2021. For further details please visit: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/10836112017C98D30A76 Additional information: Bravo E-tendering Portal - managing procurement on behalf of Cefas https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Thank you for your interest in tendering for this requirement, You will need to access the documents through Bravo Solutions portal using the link provided. If you are new to Bravo, you are required to register as a supplier: 1) Visit https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose (usually your email address) and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email (check spam filters if this does not arrive in a timely manner) with your unique password (please keep this secure). You can then log onto the system and change your password. Once these step are completed you can apply for any tender on Bravo using these details. 2) To read the full details or apply for a tender: - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the 'PQQs / ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are opportunities open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant PQQ/ ITT to access the content - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. (This will move the PQQ /ITT into your 'My PQQs/ My ITTs' page) within your Bravo account. - Access the tender information by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ ITT Details' box 3. 3) Responding to the tender: - Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the requirements to upload a successful Tender. There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) - Once all information is complete, you can then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. Please give yourself enough time to complete this before the deadline. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the e-Tendering help desk. Please direct all questions and queries to Cefas using the message function of the portal, including any clarification questions. This is to ensure no questions are missed and that all answers can be shared with all interested suppliers at the same time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6d4f3b-9238-4698-961f-dedc7c4b9aea | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 4 Nov 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £30,000 | | 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | LOWESTOFT | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR33 0HT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk | | Local authority | East Suffolk | | Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield | | Westminster constituency | Lowestoft | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 71620000 - Analysis services - 72212328 - Image-processing software development services - 72316000 - Data analysis services ## Release History - 2 Nov 2021 at 09:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6d4f3b-9238-4698-961f-dedc7c4b9aea - 19 Oct 2021 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6d4f3b-9238-4698-961f-dedc7c4b9aea ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf6d4f3b-9238-4698-961f-dedc7c4b9aea 2nd November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/10836112017C98D30A76 Please visit ## Notice URLs - http://www.cefas.co.uk - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk - https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/30009 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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