Tender

Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment baselining

AHDB

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Tender

11 Oct 2024 at 12:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

AHDB has issued an open procedure tender for "Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment Baselining". This procurement falls under the agricultural services category (CPV code 77100000) and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender is currently at the tender stage with a closing date for submissions set at noon on 21st November 2024. The contract is scheduled to commence on 3rd March 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2029. AHDB, based in Coventry (CV3 4PE), is seeking experienced suppliers capable of delivering carbon audits on 170 farms participating in their Environment Baselining Pilot to establish net carbon balances at multiple levels.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in environmental consultancy and agricultural services, particularly those with expertise in carbon auditing and sustainable farming practices. SMEs are encouraged to participate, making this an excellent opportunity for smaller enterprises to gain a foothold in the industry. Suitable candidates would include companies with a proven track record in delivering comprehensive carbon audits and developing actionable environmental plans for diverse farming systems. By engaging with AHDB on this project, businesses can enhance their portfolio and contribute to meaningful environmental improvements within the UK farming sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment baselining

Notice Description

AHDB requires one or more suppliers to deliver carbon audits and accompanying action plans for its Environment Baselining Pilot. AHDB are seeking suppliers who are able to provide consultants that have experience in delivering whole business carbon audits on a range of farming businesses including, but not limited to, the four levy sectors supported by AHDB/QMS namely, Dairy, Beef and Lamb, Cereals and Oilseeds, and Pork. (Supplier/tenderer: the organisation with which AHDB contracts and is responsible for managing the delivery of the services by the Consultants as described in this document. Consultants: these are individuals which are managed by the suppliers and are responsible for delivering the audits and action plans as described.) (The carbon audit tool to be used on all farms will be provided through AHDB and is being procured through a separate contract (tender reference: 2024-725)). This carbon audit and subsequent action plan will be delivered on 170 participating farms in the www.ahdb.org.uk/baselining . AHDB wants to determine a net carbon balance for each farm business, reporting at the business, enterprise and system level. The participating farms will include a range of farm enterprises, including but not limited to all AHDB levy sectors i.e. Cereals & Oilseeds, Beef and Lamb, Dairy and Pork. Many farms will be mixed farms and may involve sectors and activities not covered by the AHDB levy. The farms participating in this pilot have been selected based on several factors to optimise regional spread, and distribution of soil type, sector, system and land management practices. Closing date for this opportunity is NOON 21st November 2024. Duration of contract: From 3 March 2025 to 31 December 2029 The electronic address at which the Procurement Documents have been made directly available by AHDB by electronic means is https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome. This is AHDB's e-Sourcing portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c085b00-e400-4a8c-8130-e4d501e68b7e
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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

CPV Codes

77100000 - Agricultural services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 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
AHDB
Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV3 4PE
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Cubbington & Leek Wootton
Westminster Constituency
Kenilworth and Southam

Further Information

Notice Documents

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