--- title: "SBRI - AGRI-FOOD TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE FUND" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-145763" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-145763" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-145763.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-145763.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SBRI CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE" published: "2025-03-04" --- # SBRI - AGRI-FOOD TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE FUND Buyer: SBRI CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-145763 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-145763) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-145763.json) ## Summary The SBRI Centre of Excellence, based in Wrexham, UK, has opened the "SBRI - AGRI-FOOD TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE FUND" to drive innovation in Agri-Tech and Precision Agri-Tech throughout Wales. This initiative aligns with the Welsh Government's Innovation Strategy and Agri-Tech action plan, both published in 2023, underscoring the importance of agriculture and food technology for economic growth. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage with a submission deadline on 29th November 2024. This open procurement procedure targets services within the health and agriculture sectors, aiming to explore advancements that bolster productivity, sustainability, and efficiencies in agricultural practices, contributing towards environmental benefits and the transition to net zero. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the agriculture, technology, and environmental sectors. Companies specialising in developing innovative solutions for agricultural efficiency, environmental management, and technology integration stand to benefit greatly. This procurement encourages participation from a wide range of enterprises, including consortia, promoting a collaborative approach to addressing key challenges in the agri-food supply chain. Engaging in this tender could position businesses as key contributors to the strategic growth of the Welsh economy, securing economic benefits, and fostering sustainability in the food and agriculture industry. ## Notice In 2023, the Welsh Government published an Innovation Strategy for Wales. Innovation in food and Agri-Tech was seen as a key part of Wales' future economic development within this document. In late 2023, the Welsh Government published an Agri-tech action plan for Wales. The development and adoption of Agri-Tech and Precision Agri-Tech is a strategic area of growth for the Welsh economy and one that the Welsh Government deems requiring of focussed attention and a road map for development. The action plan has four priorities: 1. Accelerate Home Grown Welsh Agri-Tech Capabilities. 2. Drive on-farm adoption to achieve productivity and efficiencies (incl. Environmental) gains 'more for less'. 3. Deliver environmental benefits and help transition to Net Zero. 4. Support educational and skills development to equip future and existing agricultural professionals to exploit Agri-Tech to its fullest. The Vision for the Food and Drink Industry from 2021 outlines a broad Vision and Mission for the future development of the Food and Drink Industry, and include economic growth and productivity improvement, benefitting people and society with emphasis on fair work and environmental sustainability, and raising the reputation of the Food and Drink industry. Technology and Innovation are identified as a key lever in delivering sustainable growth to the food and drink industry in Wales, and so providing a key market for agricultural produce in Wales. Food is a key part of the Foundational Economy, and the Foundational Economy objectives are embedded in the Vision, as well as in the policies and strategies from across Welsh Government that will support its delivery such as public health, communities, sustainability, the circular economy, decarbonisation, trade, skills, and tourism. In addition, the activities detailed below support other Welsh Government initiatives such as the Economic Action Plan. The Food Foundation Sector has been defined to cover all parts of the food and drink supply chain. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This challenge seeks innovations that lead to increased efficiency, productivity and sustainability in Welsh agriculture and agri-food supply chains, delivering environmental benefits and accelerating the transition to Net Zero. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145763 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Mar 2025 | | Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Cancelled | | Lots status | Cancelled | | Awards status | Unsuccessful | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SBRI CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE | | Locality | WREXHAM | | Post town | Llandudno | | Postcode | LL13 7TD | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham | | Local authority | Wrexham | | Electoral ward | Brynyffynnon | | Westminster constituency | Wrexham | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77100000 - Agricultural services ## Release History - 4 Mar 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145763 - 4 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145763 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV494294&idx=1 4th November 2024 - English Brief - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=NOV494294&idx=2 4th November 2024 - welsh brief - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV494294 SBRI - AGRI-FOOD TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE FUND - In 2023, the Welsh Government published an Innovation Strategy for Wales. Innovation in food and Agri-Tech was seen as a key part of Wales' future economic development within this document. In late 2023, the Welsh Government published an Agri-tech action plan for Wales. The development and adoption of Agri-Tech and Precision Agri-Tech is a strategic area of growth for the Welsh economy and one that the Welsh Government deems requiring of focussed attention and a road map for development. The action plan has four priorities: 1. Accelerate Home Grown Welsh Agri-Tech Capabilities. 2. Drive on-farm adoption to achieve productivity and efficiencies (incl. Environmental) gains 'more for less'. 3. Deliver environmental benefits and help transition to Net Zero. 4. Support educational and skills development to equip future and existing agricultural professionals to exploit Agri-Tech to its fullest. The Vision for the Food and Drink Industry from 2021 outlines a broad Vision and Mission for the future development of the Food and Drink Industry, and include economic growth and productivity improvement, benefitting people and society with emphasis on fair work and environmental sustainability, and raising the reputation of the Food and Drink industry. Technology and Innovation are identified as a key lever in delivering sustainable growth to the food and drink industry in Wales, and so providing a key market for agricultural produce in Wales. Food is a key part of the Foundational Economy, and the Foundational Economy objectives are embedded in the Vision, as well as in the policies and strategies from across Welsh Government that will support its delivery such as public health, communities, sustainability, the circular economy, decarbonisation, trade, skills, and tourism. In addition, the activities detailed below support other Welsh Government initiatives such as the Economic Action Plan. The Food Foundation Sector has been defined to cover all parts of the food and drink supply chain. - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR500823 SBRI - AGRI-FOOD TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGE FUND - In 2023, the Welsh Government published an Innovation Strategy for Wales. Innovation in food and Agri-Tech was seen as a key part of Wales' future economic development within this document. In late 2023, the Welsh Government published an Agri-tech action plan for Wales. The development and adoption of Agri-Tech and Precision Agri-Tech is a strategic area of growth for the Welsh economy and one that the Welsh Government deems requiring of focussed attention and a road map for development. The action plan has four priorities: 1. Accelerate Home Grown Welsh Agri-Tech Capabilities. 2. Drive on-farm adoption to achieve productivity and efficiencies (incl. Environmental) gains 'more for less'. 3. Deliver environmental benefits and help transition to Net Zero. 4. Support educational and skills development to equip future and existing agricultural professionals to exploit Agri-Tech to its fullest. The Vision for the Food and Drink Industry from 2021 outlines a broad Vision and Mission for the future development of the Food and Drink Industry, and include economic growth and productivity improvement, benefitting people and society with emphasis on fair work and environmental sustainability, and raising the reputation of the Food and Drink industry. Technology and Innovation are identified as a key lever in delivering sustainable growth to the food and drink industry in Wales, and so providing a key market for agricultural produce in Wales. Food is a key part of the Foundational Economy, and the Foundational Economy objectives are embedded in the Vision, as well as in the policies and strategies from across Welsh Government that will support its delivery such as public health, communities, sustainability, the circular economy, decarbonisation, trade, skills, and tourism. In addition, the activities detailed below support other Welsh Government initiatives such as the Economic Action Plan. The Food Foundation Sector has been defined to cover all parts of the food and drink supply chain. ## Notice URLs - http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/ - https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-145763 - https://sdi.click/sbriagrifood ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-145763. 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