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title: "Large Plant Platform"
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buyer: "ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY"
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# Large Plant Platform

Buyer: ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0375a7

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## Summary

Aberystwyth University recently concluded a procurement process for a large plant phenotyping platform, which includes a control system, a 2D/3D imaging system, and future integration capabilities for third-party or bespoke modalities. This tender, classified under the 'Plants' category (CPV 03451000) and representing the 'goods' industry, sought to enhance the University's capabilities in capturing longitudinal images of various crops. The procurement utilised an open procedure and was covered by GPA regulations. The awarded contract, valued at £155,000, was signed on 2nd December 2022 with LemnaTec GmbH as the supplier. The location for the delivery is Aberystwyth, Wales (UKL1 region).

This procurement project presents significant opportunities for technology companies, particularly those specialising in imaging systems, automation, and agricultural technology. Businesses with expertise in control systems and imaging technologies can benefit from engaging in such tenders, tapping into the research and technological advancements in the agricultural sector. Additionally, supplying advanced phenotyping platforms to research institutions like Aberystwyth University can bolster reputations and foster long-term collaborations with academia and other public sector entities. This tender was particularly suited for large technology suppliers proficient in delivering sophisticated and integrative imaging solutions.

## Notice

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure (a) a control system, (b) a 2D/3D imaging system as well as (c) the ability to integrate new third party or bespoke modalities in the future for the large plant phenotyping platform, (hereafter referred to as the "platform"). The new capabilities will be used to undertake image capture of various types of crops, including oats and other small grain cereals, maize, miscanthus, forages, and saplings on a regular basis to enable longitudinal phenotyping across the life cycle.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberystwyth University wishes to procure (a) a control system, (b) a 2D/3D imaging system as well as (c) the ability to integrate new third party or bespoke modalities in the future for the large plant phenotyping platform, (hereafter referred to as the "platform"). The new capabilities will be used to undertake image capture of various types of crops, including oats and other small grain cereals, maize, miscanthus, forages, and saplings on a regular basis to enable longitudinal phenotyping across the life cycle.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034502-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £155,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | ABERYSTWYTH |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY23 3FB |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL41 Mid Wales |
| Local authority | Ceredigion |
| Electoral ward | Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais |
| Westminster constituency | Ceredigion Preseli |
| Delivery location | TLL1 West Wales and The Valleys |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LEMNATEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 03451000 - Plants

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2024 at 13:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034502-2024
- 14 Oct 2022 at 08:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028935-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/
- https://www.aber.ac.uk/
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA1009

## Provenance

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