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Askham Bryan College - Farm Management Services

ASKHAM BRYAN COLLEGE COMPANY LTD

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20 Oct 2021 at 06:04

Summary of the contracting process

Askham Bryan College, a specialist land-based educational institution located in York, is seeking providers for Farm Management Services as part of a complete procurement process initiated on 19th October 2021. The contract falls under the services category, specifically focusing on land management services related to dairy, beef, and sheep enterprises on Westfield Farm, encompassing approximately 240 hectares. This procurement was conducted through a limited method, which did not require prior publication of a call for competition, to address the urgent need for these services. The review period for interested parties is set at 30 calendar days from the publication date.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in agricultural management, particularly those with expertise in livestock and crop production management. Companies that can demonstrate quality management of farm operations and experience in student training within the agricultural sector will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract, valued at £256,500. With the contract awarded to Velcourt Limited, similar firms may now consider how they can align with educational institutions like Askham Bryan College to expand their service offerings and enhance their market presence.

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Notice Title

Askham Bryan College - Farm Management Services

Notice Description

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land-based college designated within the Further Education sector and require Farm Management Services at Westfield Farm at the York campus. The Contract includes management of the land and livestock, specifically dairy farm management. The College require the supplier to have experience in such areas as well as in the management of student training requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Services include the management of the Farm and Farm Business at Westfield farm; specifically the management of the dairy, beef and sheep enterprises and associated forage and arable crop production, working in conjunction with the Curriculum provision of agricultural education. The farm comprises approximately 240 ha of land and buildings which include a dairy unit comprising of a 20:20 rapid exit parlour, a robotic milking unit, cubicle housing and associated handling areas and infrastructure, a purpose calf rearing and beef finishing unit, forage clamps and waste handling facilities. The responsibilities of the Farm Manager include, but are not limited to: - All aspects of animal welfare, husbandry and production - All aspects of crop husbandry and production - Input purchasing and output marketing - Management, service and maintenance of machinery, vehicles and equipment - Financial planning and management including budgets, cashflows and forecasts - Strategic planning and development of business plans - Reporting as required to the College executive - Recruitment and management of farm staff, work planning and staff rotas - Implementing H&S policies - Implementing environment and sustainability policies - Providing regular updates on activity and performance to the College staff and students - Co-ordinating student involvement in farm activities and operations

Procurement Information

The manner why the award of the contract without prior publication in the Official Journal of the European Union or the Find a Tender service is lawful is in line with Regulation 32 (2) (a) and (c). The College require this service urgently as without would cause detriment to the College's ability to provide educational provisions to it's student.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02edcf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026210-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70332100 - Land management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£256,500 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASKHAM BRYAN COLLEGE COMPANY LTD
Contact Name
Faye Gunson
Contact Email
faye.gunson@tenetservices.com
Contact Phone
+44 7423655229

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO23 3FR
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Rural West York
Westminster Constituency
York Outer

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VELCOURT

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