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Representation for AHDB in the Netherlands principally covering Beef and Lamb markets

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

17 Mar 2023 at 12:54

Award Notice
Tender

23 Nov 2022 at 08:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Defra Network eTendering Portal seeking representation in the Netherlands for AHDB, focusing on the Beef and Lamb markets. The contract value is approximately £225,000 GBP and the initial contract period is for 1 year, with possible extensions. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ends on 12th January 2023, with the contract period starting on 3rd March 2023 until 3rd March 2026. Businesses interested in this opportunity should have expertise in international market development and be able to liaise effectively with AHDB for market growth.

This tender by AHDB Exports offers an opportunity for business growth for companies specialising in representation and market development services. Suitable businesses should have experience in promoting agricultural products, establishing relationships with key market players, and creating effective market strategies. Companies with a presence in the Netherlands and experience in the beef and lamb industry are well-suited to compete for this contract and contribute to the growth of British lamb and beef exports.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Representation for AHDB in the Netherlands principally covering Beef and Lamb markets

Notice Description

AHDB Exports is looking for a Dutch/English speaking representative to develop the Dutch/Belgium and Scandinavian markets for British lamb and beef. The successful representative will have the expertise and experience to identify the right priority markets, and ability to devise the best local strategies to achieve effective market growth for British lamb and beef in the selected markets. The successful representative must reside or have a commercial office based in the Netherlands. The AHDB representative requirements for the selected markets include, but not limited to: - Liaise effectively with the UK-based AHDB Export team by regular telephone, email and face-to-face communication. This may require foreign travel to AHDB Head Office or major food events (e.g. SIAL Paris, Anuga) for meetings. The total number of face-to-face meetings, including at events, is expected to be a minimum of four per year - Build and maintain effective relationships with beef and lamb exporters, agents, representatives, importers, distributors, food service operators and retailers. As appropriate, work jointly with these contacts to successfully deliver promotional activities Estimated value is 84,000 EUROS per annum, approx PS75k POUNDS STERLING Initial contract is for 1 year with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months each. Additional information: Suppliers Instructions How to Express Interest in this Tender and respond to the opportunity 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender Login to the portal with the username/password Click the ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box 3. Responding to the tender Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-233b690f-b406-4ded-b102-ccecabf44221
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67225b94-1988-45f9-a075-8ef53cc2c70d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98110000 - Services furnished by business, professional and specialist organisations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Feb 20233 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENILWORTH
Postcode
CV8 2LZ
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREEN SEED NETHERLANDS

Further Information

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