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title: "Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia"
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# Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia

Buyer: SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f55e5edf-c320-4cbe-a1ed-226e8b45e52f

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Satellite Applications Catapult Limited, seeking technical services to demonstrate the effectiveness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in cocoa production in Colombia. The tender, titled "Provision of Technical services to demonstrate the usefulness of Earth observation and sensor network technologies in the production of cocoa in Colombia," falls under the services category, specifically related to platform interconnectivity software package (CPV: 48211000). The award stage took place on 29th August 2018, with the awarded contract commencing on 30th August 2018 and ending on 3rd February 2020. The tender period concluded on 22nd August 2018, and the expected range of the contract value is between £50,000 and £75,000. The procurement method used was an open procedure, suitable for SMEs but not for VCSEs, with delivery addresses provided in Didcot, Oxfordshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in Earth observation technologies and related software solutions, especially those that can integrate sensor networks with digital applications for enhanced agricultural management. Firms with expertise in environmental data analytics, mobile application development, and agricultural consultancy would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Moreover, the focus on improving cocoa farm management opens avenues for businesses involved in sustainable agriculture practices, potentially leading to growth in both local and international markets.

## Notice

The Catapult is opening this opportunity to interested parties, who wish to support the demonstration of how Earth Observation (EO) and in-field sensor networks (e.g. soil moisture measurement, weather stations) can be coupled with web/mobile phone applications and expert knowledge to deliver improved cocoa farm management.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ec0b5b9-8f1e-42f2-84f3-f16e1e8a1b94 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2018 - 3 Feb 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £75,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | SATELLITE APPLICATIONS CATAPULT LIMITED |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Hendreds |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAB INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48211000 - Platform interconnectivity software package

## Release History

- 27 Sep 2018 at 10:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ec0b5b9-8f1e-42f2-84f3-f16e1e8a1b94
- 1 Aug 2018 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3fef4a1-d868-4dcc-9033-c28991767e1f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2ec0b5b9-8f1e-42f2-84f3-f16e1e8a1b94
  27th September 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3fef4a1-d868-4dcc-9033-c28991767e1f
  1st August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2f0a8487-89fc-4572-ac42-08dabd3344e7
  Invitation to bid
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0b8795f9-cc0c-4d05-a998-f9790302301c
  Terms & conditions

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