Tender

In-Market representative for the USA (covering Dairy products)

AHDB (DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL)

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Tender

28 Apr 2023 at 09:09

Summary of the contracting process

The AHDB (Defra Network eTendering Portal) has issued a tender for an In-Market representative for the USA within the marketing services category. The contract is valued at £210,000 per annum and involves promoting British dairy products in the USA, with a start date of June 30, 2023, and an initial contract term of 1 year. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a tender deadline of May 22, 2023. The AHDB HQ will handle bid opening, with procurement managers managing the process.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the marketing and public relations services sector to compete for a contract to promote British dairy products in the USA. Suitable businesses should have a presence or expertise in the US market, with a focus on devising effective local strategies and maintaining relationships with potential customers. The contract period offers the potential for long-term growth and market expansion, with a clear emphasis on enhancing brand awareness and increasing sales of British dairy products in the USA.

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Notice Title

In-Market representative for the USA (covering Dairy products)

Notice Description

The USA is a key target market for high quality dairy products (especially Cheese) into the retail and foodservice sectors. British dairy products are produced to the highest standards and are of the highest quality. The successful representative will be responsible for delivering an agreed strategy, including delivering agreed promotions and events, an online and social media channel strategy, and connections and networking with potential customers and exporters for British Dairy. The aim is to increase awareness to help drive value and volume sales. It is preferred that the supplier/agency is located or has a commercial office in the USA.<br/>The successful representative will be expected to:<br/><br/>* Liaise closely with the AHDB Dairy Exports team, to agree and update on activity and provide the latest market intelligence and insights <br/>* Identify and develop priority markets (East coast, West coast or specific states for dairy products)<br/>* Effectively maintain and build new relationships with relevant contacts in the US . Where appropriate, work jointly with them to increase market exposure and demand for British dairy products.<br/>* Devise and implement effective local strategies to promote British dairy products aimed at increasing awareness and brand loyalty.<br/>* Devise and help implement online and social media strategy in conjunction with AHDB Dairy & a social media company to raise awareness of British Dairy products.<br/>* Support in-market exhibition activity. <br/>* Liaise with AHDB staff in areas such as media, PR, digital.<br/>Value of the contract is PS70k per annum (which includes PS10k marketing spend).

Lot Information

Lot 1

AHDB intend to procure a Contract to a successful Supplier for the provision of an "AHDB In-Market Representative for USA (covering Dairy products)" through the process set out in this ITT. The successful supplier will be required to deliver an agreed strategy, including delivering agreed promotions and events, an online and social media channel strategy, and connections and networking with potential customers and exporters for British Dairy. These products will be from England, Wales and Scotland.
The aim is to increase awareness to help drive value and volume sales, as well as ensuring value for money for levy payers is provided.
AHDB require an English-speaking representative who must have the expertise and experience to identify the right priority market segments, along with the ability to devise the best local strategy to support and achieve effective market growth.

Renewal: Initial contract is for 1 year with the option to extend 1+1

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03c4f9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012236-2023
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79342000 - Marketing services

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2023 - 29 Jun 2026 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AHDB (DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL)
Contact Name
Sarah Waters
Contact Email
procurement@ahdb.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV3 4SU
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

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