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title: "ACC2028662 Development of machine learning software to classify holographic images of plankton"
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# ACC2028662 Development of machine learning software to classify holographic images of plankton

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e79811d8-2d34-40a8-8cd6-6cadebe76619

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) has successfully completed a procurement process for the development of machine learning software to classify holographic images of plankton. This project, designated as ACC2028662, falls under the research and development services category and is valued at approximately £290,647. The tender period concluded on 2nd March 2022, with the contract awarded on 8th July 2022. The project is set to run until 30th July 2023 and is located at SP4 0JQ, Salisbury, England. The procurement method used is an open call for R&D under the Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) framework.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on research and development, particularly those with expertise in machine learning and image classification technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate innovative solutions in these areas would be well-positioned to compete in future similar tenders. Additionally, organisations with a strong track record in delivering technical services for government contracts may find this sector lucrative for growth and collaboration within the defence and technology industries.

## Notice

DASA Contract - Published for transparency purposes only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f59acc8-51e2-498b-9f29-a89c47a85e0c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - DASA Open call R&D |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2022 - 30 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £290,647 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £290,647 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2022 at 14:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f59acc8-51e2-498b-9f29-a89c47a85e0c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f59acc8-51e2-498b-9f29-a89c47a85e0c
  5th August 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b66248f5-f8ff-4a3c-8ecd-3a706dbe0487
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f86a9945-fef7-44b2-b53a-b6cde557dafb

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