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title: "Farms - Maintenance and Servicing of Robotic Milking System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06e110"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-08-11"
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# Farms - Maintenance and Servicing of Robotic Milking System

Buyer: ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06e110

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## Summary

Aberystwyth University, a public authority under sub-central government regulations in the UK, is seeking proposals for the "Farms - Maintenance and Servicing of Robotic Milking System" contract. This tender, under the open procurement method, falls under the services industry category, specifically targeting agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry, and maintenance services. The contracting opportunity is based in Trawsgoed, near Aberystwyth, and is currently in the Tender stage with an enquiry period ending on 4th September 2026, a tender closing date on 11th September 2026, and an award date scheduled for 18th September 2026. The total contract value is estimated at £240,000 with a contract period from 1st October 2026 to 31st July 2029.

This procurement offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural equipment maintenance and servicing, particularly those experienced with robotic technologies and efficiency improvements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, considering the tender's suitability criteria. The bidding process evaluates both commercial and technical aspects evenly, making it ideal for companies with a strong track record in economic success and technical proficiency. Engaging in this contract can provide substantial long-term benefits and strengthen a company's presence in the agricultural services sector.

## Notice

The University farm is seeking to enter into a servicing and maintainance agreement for its robotic milking machines at Trawsgoed, near Aberystwyth, to improve operation and efficiency.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076123-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | £240,000 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2026 at 10:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076123-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076123-2026
  11th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/home.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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