Tender

Carbon footprinting auditing services on farm

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Tender

09 Jul 2020 at 11:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) is seeking to procure carbon footprinting auditing services on farms across the UK, targeting a cohort of approximately 30 to 40 farm businesses within various sectors including Dairy, Beef & Lamb, Pork, and Horticulture. The procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with proposals due by 13th August 2020. Selected auditors will provide assessments using PAS 2050 or IPCC compliant methods, aimed at identifying opportunities for environmental impact reduction. The initial contract period starts on 24th September 2020 and lasts for one year, with an option to extend for up to three additional years. This procurement follows an open procedure below the threshold.

This tender presents an invaluable opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental auditing, particularly SMEs with expertise in carbon footprinting and sustainability solutions. Companies that provide relevant auditing services, especially those experienced in agricultural environments, will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Moreover, this initiative not only supports the transition towards more sustainable farming practices but also encourages growth in consultancy and environmental service sectors by engaging businesses dedicated to carbon reduction and environmental stewardship.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carbon footprinting auditing services on farm

Notice Description

AHDB intend to procure a Contract to a successful Provider for the provision of Carbon Auditing through the process set out in this ITT. AHDB require carbon footprint audits for a cohort of around an initial 30 - 40 farm businesses across the UK covering all sectors from which the AHDB collect levy (Dairy, Beef & Lamb, Pork, Cereals & Oilseeds, Potatoes and Horticulture); identify opportunities to reduce environmental impact and provide farm specific recommendations for carbon reduction measures. The audits must be carried out using a carbon footprinting tool using PAS 2050 or IPCC compliant methodology. The initial Contract duration is 1 year, with the option to extend for a further 3 years via single or multiple fixed terms 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cd0871a-041b-44d1-9f88-37a4d767b664
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90714000 - Environmental auditing

90714400 - Activity specific environmental auditing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Sep 2020 - 30 Sep 2021 1-2 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
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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