---
title: "Invitation to Tender for development of a Virtual Beef and Lamb Tool"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000621909"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND"
published: "2020-08-04"
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# Invitation to Tender for development of a Virtual Beef and Lamb Tool

Buyer: QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000621909

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by Quality Meat Scotland involves an Invitation to Tender for the development of a Virtual Beef and Lamb Tool. This service contract, valued at £15,000, aims to create an online tool illustrating the EUROP carcase classification grid for both fat and conformation for beef and lamb. The tender was opened with the submission deadline on 12th June 2020 and has now reached the award stage, where Breeze and Freeze Ltd has been selected as the supplier. The contract's execution period begins on 22nd June 2020 and will continue until 30th November 2020, primarily covering services in the agricultural sector within the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and agricultural sectors, particularly those with expertise in developing online solutions tailored for agricultural applications. Companies that specialise in software development, especially those familiar with agricultural tools or virtual platform designs, would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. The integration of such technology can enhance operational efficiency in the Scottish red meat sector, making it an attractive arena for small to medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio within public procurement.

## Notice

The development of an online tool which demonstrates the EUROP carcase classification grid for both fat and conformation in a virtual format for beef and lamb.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

QMS are looking develop a virtual tool for our Meat the Market theme of work. The primary use of the tool will be to demonstrate carcase grading for cattle and sheep using the EUROP scale. To do this effectively we would like the following features to be included: - Handling points for fat and conformation on live animals - A sliding scale to show variance in conformation and fat class of carcases - virtual lamb/cattle beast o Close up focus on handling points to highlight difference in grades o Comparison of grades with virtual animal side by side o Grades must include (but not limited to): For lamb: U, R, O, P for conformation and 1, 3L and 4H For cattle: -U, R, -O for conformation and 2, 4L and 5H - A sliding scale to show variance in conformation and fat class of carcases o Comparison of grades with carcases side by side - Breakdown of carcase into specific cuts o Link to still image of cut out of carcase o Info on cut Value of cuts The tool should be simple and clear for farmers to use. The link to the tool will be available on QMS website.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391734 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Jul 2020 |
| Contract period | 22 Jun 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | £15,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £15,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND |
| Locality | INGLISTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH28 8NZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Almond |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BREEZE AND FREEZE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72212100 - Industry specific software development services

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391734
- 25 May 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY387026

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY387026&idx=1
  25th May 2020 - Tender Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY387026&idx=2
  25th May 2020 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY387026
  Invitation to Tender for development of a Virtual Beef and Lamb Tool - The development of an online tool which demonstrates the EUROP carcase classification grid for both fat and conformation in a virtual format for beef and lamb.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG391734
  Invitation to Tender for development of a Virtual Beef and Lamb Tool - The development of an online tool which demonstrates the EUROP carcase classification grid for both fat and conformation in a virtual format for beef and lamb.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.qmscotland.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000621909
- https://publiccontractscotland.gov.uk

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