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AWARDED - PR representation/activity on behalf of AHDB for the French market

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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06 Apr 2021 at 11:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, involves an awarded contract for public relations representation and activities on behalf of the Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) targeting the French market. The contract seeks to enhance awareness of quality assurance schemes and is classified under public relations services with a total contract value of £818,000. The contract is set to commence on 31st March 2021 and will continue until 30th March 2025. This tender is the result of an open procedure, and it is crucial for interested suppliers to note the importance of having a base or commercial office in France and proficiency in both French and English for effective operation. The tender deadline was 5th February 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public relations and communications, particularly those with expertise in the agricultural sector. Firms that have a presence in France or operate effectively in international markets would be particularly well-suited to compete. The focus on strategic events aimed at improving brand engagement and public awareness underscores the demand for innovative approaches in service delivery, potentially benefiting SME suppliers who can demonstrate creativity and adaptability in their proposals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AWARDED - PR representation/activity on behalf of AHDB for the French market

Notice Description

AWARDED - AHDB France works to develop awareness of Assurance and Quality schemes such as the Quality Standard Mark (QSM) for beef and lamb, Red Tractor and the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) West Country (beef and lamb). To support this requires the delivery of 3 targeted, effective and innovative events The agency must be based or have a commercial office in France, and must be able to communicate in French and English Additional information: AWARDED - 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-b5fd17-30794f41-c548-4c62-af46-4ac32ccc88e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b76826d-b66c-43e0-aa00-626effd50331
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

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

CPV Codes

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£864,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£818,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2021 - 30 Mar 2025 4-5 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, 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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIVACTIS PUBLIC RELATIONS

Further Information

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