--- title: "Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED" published: "2018-08-21" --- # Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System Buyer: ROTHAMSTED RESEARCH LIMITED Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dfd2943f-23a4-447b-80d5-4abe140992b9.json) ## Summary Rothamsted Research Limited is seeking contractors for the "Design and Installation of a Cell Grazing System" at their North Wyke site in Okehampton, Devon. This project is part of the Agri-tech Cornwall initiative aimed at enhancing research and innovation in the agri-tech sector. The tender process is currently in the award stage, with a contract value estimated at £9,940.79. Key dates include a submission deadline for quotations on 4th July 2018 and a contract period commencing from 9th July to 31st July 2018. This procurement is classified under the agricultural industry category. This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in agricultural services, particularly those with experience in fencing and grazing systems. Contractors with capabilities in design and installation of innovative agricultural solutions, including electrical fencing and water systems, would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could catalyse growth for businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the agri-tech sector, especially those aligned with sustainable farming practices. ## Notice As part of a collaborative research project Rothamsted Research at it's North Wyke site in Devon requires the design and installation of an innovate Cell Grazing system. This system is to be designed and installed in accordance with the technical specification required within the project. Agri-tech Cornwall is a 3 year PS10m initiative to increase Research Development and Innovation in the Agri-tech sector across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the project is led by the Duchy College Rural Business School in partnership with leading research institutions - the Universities of Exeter and Plymouth and Rothamsted Research, as well as the Cornwall Development Company. For more information about the project please visit the website www.agritechcornwall.co.uk Rothamsted Research with our unique research operation at North Wyke aims to develop solutions for resilient grassland farming and associated food chains. As part of one of our collaborative research programmes we are researching the effects of cell grazing versus traditional mob grazing in order to understand the wider impacts on animal health, welfare, product quality, environmental impact and cost benefit analysis. As part of this project we are inviting your organisation to respond in providing a quotation for the following specification: WP1 - Design and Installation of cell grazing system Calculation and planning of system to accommodate 24 weaned dairy calves Staking out of system post positions using RTK GPS (or similar), Driving of all posts, Wiring up connection of energiser, earthing system and switches. Connection of water system. Testing and commissioning WP2 - Materials Materials to construct: 3x 1ha TechnoGrazing Systems (or similar). 3x 1.75ha Paddocks. Fences to be 2 wire electric with gated access to each system, powered by 6J mains energiser with remote control function. Includes temporary Polywire break fences to sub-divide areas into cells. Water system by 25mm over land laterals supplying Kiwitech water hydrants (or similar). Installation site would be: Rothamsted Research North Wyke Okehampton Devon EX20 2SB Please also provide a timeframe for design and installation of the system and if you can meet our timeframe requirements. The system needs to be fully designed, installed and commissioned by the 31st July 2018. If you have any technical questions regarding this system please contact: Dr Sarah Morgan Post Doctoral Research Scientist - Grazing Systems Tel: +44 1837 883534 E-mail: sarah.morgan@rothamsted.ac.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c9e834-4ea5-4f11-825e-7e6920d0f22f | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Limited | | Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Aug 2018 | | Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 5 Aug 2018 | | Contract period | 6 Aug 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £12,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £9,940 | | 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 | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PRECISION GRAZING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 34928220 - Fencing components - 45342000 - Erection of fencing ## Release History - 21 Aug 2018 at 07:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c9e834-4ea5-4f11-825e-7e6920d0f22f - 19 Jun 2018 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d57589d6-e5ad-4e02-8ad3-1e74ab2cf987 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82c9e834-4ea5-4f11-825e-7e6920d0f22f 21st August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d57589d6-e5ad-4e02-8ad3-1e74ab2cf987 19th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bf695cac-9307-45a5-b030-29bbeeb16a69 Covering Letter - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c4dfc237-75f4-4300-a672-9630b0753d33 Technical Specification - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c491ae94-ff1c-41b5-b05d-93c63135c6aa Terms and Conditions - http://www.agritechcornwall.co.uk Agritech Cornwall - http://www.rothamsted.ac.uk Rothamsted Research ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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