ADAPTATION OF AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND SYSTEMS AREAS THROUGH PRECISION AGRICULTURE AT THE CAUCA REGIONAL AGRICULTURAL CENTER

This tender concerns the adaptation of specific areas within the Cauca Regional Agricultural Center (Centro Agropecuario Regional Cauca), operated by the National Training Service (SENA) Regional Cauca. The project focuses on enhancing the Agricultural Biotechnology, Environmental, and Systems areas by implementing precision agriculture techniques. The objective is to modernize and optimize these facilities to support advanced agricultural practices and research. The work will be carried out in Popayán, Cauca.

Key aspects of the adaptation are expected to include the integration of precision agriculture technologies, which typically involve the use of data and technology to manage crops and livestock more efficiently and sustainably. This could encompass the installation of sensors, GPS-guided equipment, data analysis systems, and other smart farming solutions. The goal is to improve resource management, increase productivity, and reduce environmental impact within these specialized agricultural zones.

The contracting entity is the SENA Regional Cauca, specifically its Agricultural Center. The contract type is for 'Obra' (Works), indicating that physical construction, renovation, or adaptation activities are required. The procurement modality is 'Mínima cuantía' (Minimum amount), suggesting a simplified procedure for smaller value contracts. The reference number for this tender is MC-RC-CA-044-2044. This project represents an investment in upgrading agricultural infrastructure and capabilities at a key regional center.

This is a works contract in the agriculture and food security, information and communication technology and architecture and engineering sectors, with a focus on Agritech and geospatial systems. Located in Colombia, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of COP 45.1 million.

Published through SECOP II Colombia, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for civil works in the agriculture and food security sector. Works contracts of this nature generally require demonstrated experience in similar infrastructure projects, adequate equipment and technical personnel, and financial capacity including bank guarantees. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.