Award

Export Representation work for the Belgium market on behalf of AHDB

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Award

06 Apr 2021 at 10:18

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) seeking to engage an agent for export representation in Belgium. This tender, titled "Export Representation work for the Belgium market," falls under the public relations services category and is set in Kenilworth, Warwickshire. The open procedure procurement method was employed, with a tender period that ended on 2nd February 2021, and the awarded contract runs from 2nd April 2021 to 1st April 2025. The total contract value is £500,000, while the minimum value is set at £140,000.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in public relations and export services, particularly those with expertise in the food sector and established connections within the Belgian market. Companies that target modern and traditional dining establishments focused on red meat, especially UK beef and lamb, would be particularly well-suited to compete. Additionally, suppliers with a solid network amongst food journalists and influencers in Belgium stand to benefit significantly from this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Export Representation work for the Belgium market on behalf of AHDB

Notice Description

AWARDED - AHDB are looking for an agent or representative to deal with the following. The challenge is to attract UK exporters and potential importers in Belgium with innovative projects which should create a positive trend in the restaurant sector. Focus should be placed on Quality Standard Mark for UK beef and lamb, Red Tractor or PGI options. Our audience target is both traditional and modern concepts of restaurants that focus on red meat as a key feature of their menus. The agency must have good contacts with meat specialized food journalists, food writers, bloggers and other key opinion formers in Belgium. They should also have a strong knowledge of meat restaurants. 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-b5fd17-64a96344-e36f-4003-adb7-8a9e60a0e942
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b1b03bb-b673-458e-a96b-e39d420b214e
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2021 - 1 Apr 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
Sarah Waters
Contact Email
procurement@ahdb.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS - VIVACTIS BENELUX

Further Information

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