Tender

Representation work on behalf of AHDB covering the Belgium market (principally for beef and lamb)

AHDB (DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL)

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Tender

06 Dec 2024 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), based in Coventry, UK, is seeking a representative to develop awareness of British beef, lamb, and pork products in Belgium. This procurement process falls under the industry category of Public Relations Services and is currently in the Tender stage. Key deadlines include the closing date for submissions at noon on 22 January 2025, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2025 and potentially running until 31 March 2028, depending on extensions. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the total contract value estimated at £390,000 GBP.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for agencies and representatives with expertise in food service and retail sectors. Businesses based in or with commercial offices in Belgium, experienced in public relations and marketing, are well-placed to compete. The successful bidder will contribute to the promotion of premium British meat products, enhancing brand visibility and market presence through strategic marketing and communication plans. Companies capable of executing market analyses, developing brand marketing activities, and maintaining regular contact with key market players can find considerable growth potential in aligning with AHDB's objectives.

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Notice Title

Representation work on behalf of AHDB covering the Belgium market (principally for beef and lamb)

Notice Description

AHDB intend to procure a Contract to a successful Agency/Representative to work for AHDB by developing awareness of British beef, lamb and pork products in Belgium. The successful agency/representative must be based or have a commercial office in Belgium. AHDB works to develop awareness of British beef, lamb and pork products, based around its 'Quality meat/beef/lamb/pork from Britain' branding. To support this, AHDB requires the delivery of a comprehensive business development, marketing and communication plan, in both in the food service sector and in the retail sector . <br/>Closing date for this tender opportunity is NOON on the 22nd January 2025<br/>Initial contract is for 1 year with options to extend by 1+1<br/>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.

Lot Information

Lot 1

AHDB intend to procure a Contract to a successful Agency/Representative to work for AHDB by developing awareness of British beef, lamb and pork products in Belgium. The successful agency/representative must be based or have a commercial office in Belgium. AHDB works to develop awareness of British beef, lamb and pork products, based around its 'Quality meat/beef/lamb/pork from Britain' branding. To support this, AHDB requires the delivery of a comprehensive business development, marketing and communication plan, in both in the food service sector and in the retail sector .
1) A market map, identifying market volumes, key channels of distribution, key suppliers into that market and from where they source their products

2) A plan of brand marketing and business development activity to the audience of distributors, wholesalers, restauranteurs and retailers, encompassing innovative and efficient tools allowing regular contacts with these operators (newsletter, portable apps, receptions etc) .The objective is to strengthen the link of AHDB with key importers / wholesalers / retailer in the Belgian market.


The plan of field marketing activities should involve the main English exporters, as well as importers and suppliers serving the Belgian market including those serving the market with UK lamb operating from France. The objective is to add value to beef, lamb and pork sales by product differentiation at point of sale.

Renewal: 1 year contract with 1+1 options to extend

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c2e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039397-2024
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

79416000 - Public relations services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£390,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 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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