Tender

AHDB requirements for PR activities in the Middle East

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

20 Mar 2020 at 11:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), based in Kenilworth, Warwickshire, is seeking a Marketing Representative for Public Relations activities specifically aimed at the Middle East. This tender, titled "AHDB requirements for PR activities in the Middle East," falls under the public relations services category and is currently at the tender stage. Interested parties are required to submit their proposals by 22nd April 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 26th June 2020 and run until 25th June 2024. The procurement method is an open procedure, inviting all registered suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on marketing and public relations, especially those with experience in the food and agriculture sector. Companies engaging in promotional activities for British products, particularly in the meat industry, would be well-suited to compete. Additionally, entities with capabilities to develop relationships and strategies connected to Middle Eastern markets could thrive by collaborating with AHDB to increase the market presence of British lamb and red meat.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AHDB requirements for PR activities in the Middle East

Notice Description

AHDB Exports are looking for an Arabic and English speaking, Marketing Representative to cover Middle Eastern markets, maintaining contact and working jointly with red meat exporters, agents, representatives, importers, distributors, hotel and food service operators and retailers. This will be a service contract to cover our requirements. - Liaise closely with the AHDB Exports team based in France, to agree and update on activity and provide the latest market intelligence and insights - Identify and develop priority markets for British lamb - Effectively build and maintain new relationships with relevant contacts in the Middle Eastern market. Where appropriate, work jointly with them to increase market exposure and demand for British red meat in general and lamb in particular - Devise and implement effective local strategies to promote British lamb, aimed at increasing awareness and brand loyalty - Act as a brand ambassador for British produce - Liaise with central AHDB staff in areas such as media, PR and digital. Priority markets to be covered are UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Oman. Please note the closing date may be delayed due to the Coronavirus impact, any amendments will be posted on the system 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-b5fd17-277b218d-6e93-4134-ac0a-d24dfa42c396
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d163e469-f581-4844-8f20-bedc1e2236b4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Jun 2020 - 25 Jun 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENILWORTH, WARWICKSHIRE
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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