---
title: "RFQ 2026/19 - Virtual fence technology cattle collar system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c289"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)"
published: "2026-07-02"
---

# RFQ 2026/19 - Virtual fence technology cattle collar system

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c289

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## Summary

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is initiating a procurement process for a virtual fence technology cattle collar system, identified as "RFQ 2026/19". This procurement falls under the industry category of agricultural and GPS technology equipment, with specific applications in livestock management. The location of the project is within the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, this process allows for open competition via an "open" procurement method. Prospective bidders must submit their proposals by 12:00 BST on 24th July 2026, and they can submit inquiries until 20th July 2026. The project is valued at GBP 13,000 net, and the contract period is set from 1st September 2026 to 30th August 2029.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural technology solutions, particularly those with capabilities in developing and managing virtual fencing and livestock monitoring systems. Businesses with innovative solutions for deployment in challenging upland and semi-upland terrains would be well-suited to compete, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) entities. By participating, companies can expand their market presence and demonstrate their technical expertise in providing cost-effective and advanced livestock management solutions.

## Notice

Virtual fence technology cattle collar system. The system will be deployed in upland and semi-upland conditions with variable terrain, vegetation density, and intermittent mobile network coverage. The system shall enable the definition, deployment, and management of virtual grazing boundaries and associated livestock monitoring functions in a pasture-based grazing system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062332-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,000 |
| Lots value | £13,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD) |
| Locality | NEWRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT34 2QU |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Local authority | Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Electoral ward | Abbey |
| Westminster constituency | Newry and Armagh |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 03321100 - Bovine cattle
- 38112100 - Global navigation and positioning systems (GPS or equivalent)

## Release History

- 2 Jul 2026 at 13:42 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062332-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062332-2026
  2nd July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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