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Growing the Goods

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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14 Jul 2020 at 11:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Growing the Goods," initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focuses on research and development services within the horticulture sector. This process is currently in the Award stage, having been published on 14th July 2020. The contract, valued at £161,704.24, has a duration commencing on 13th July 2020 and concluding on 31st October 2021. The tender was executed through a direct procurement method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with an emphasis on delivering innovative auditing tools and payment options. The delivery addresses include locations in the United Kingdom and various overseas territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the research and consultancy fields, particularly those engaged in social research services relevant to horticulture. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to participate, given the focus on diverse scales and production systems in the sector. Companies with expertise in developing methodologies and practical tools for horticultural practices will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their services and collaborate with leading organisations in the field.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Growing the Goods

Notice Description

The trial will develop and test two mechanisms for creation and display of LMPs for horticulture. Initial design of the auditing tool, LMP methodology and payment options will involve a panel of advisor growers drawn from various parts of the horticulture sector (different scales, production systems and distribution methods). Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c83783dd-584f-4874-98f0-70c11fc45d8e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe725982-3886-40c4-9ac4-6c88f4f1ac08
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

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

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73110000 - Research services

79315000 - Social research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£161,704 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£161,704 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2020 - 31 Oct 2021 1-2 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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LANDWORKERS' ALLIANCE

Further Information

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