Planning

Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Planning

02 Aug 2019 at 12:08

Market Engagement Notice
Planning

01 Aug 2019 at 10:23

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is seeking innovative proposals for a project entitled "Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange." This tender falls under the agricultural sector and is specifically relevant to the storage and management of potato resources. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a milestone of engagement due by 2nd November 2019. The project's activities are expected to take place primarily in the East of England, and prospective suppliers are encouraged to send their documentation requests via email to procurement@ahdb.org.uk.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the agricultural and research sectors to engage in cutting-edge potato storage research. Businesses that specialise in agricultural machinery, research and development, as well as those focused on agricultural services would be particularly well-suited to participate. The market engagement aspect allows potential suppliers to propose creative and innovative partnerships that can significantly enhance the value delivered to industry levy payers, paving the way for substantial business growth and collaboration in the agricultural field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange

Notice Description

This is a market engagement opportunity seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange. This is a unique opportunity to work with AHDB on our ambitious plans to drive forward potato storage research on behalf of the industry and levy payers. We outline some possible options of how we might work with the wider research community to deliver research and elements of our KE in the future. This is not an exhaustive list. We are open to creative proposals to deliver world-leading research, including innovative ideas around partnerships and collaborations that will drive quality and value to our Levy Payers. Further information at: https://ahdb.org.uk/news/considering-the-future-of-potato-storage-research If you are interested in receiving the relevant documentation in this regard, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk Note: There is a Market Engagement day planned in August; details provided in further documentation. Additional information: The official pulication of this opportunity can be found at: https://ahdb.org.uk/news/considering-the-future-of-potato-storage-research If you are interested to receive the relevant documentation regarding this opportunity, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-14c493f7-3fec-46dd-afeb-e3ccd658191e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c84bca-62af-4105-8ac7-983cdd5fb811
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

16 - Agricultural machinery

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts

16000000 - Agricultural machinery

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Nov 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ahdb.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KENILWORTH
Postcode
CV8 2TL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Cubbington & Leek Wootton
Westminster Constituency
Kenilworth and Southam

Further Information

Notice Documents

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