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Food & Drink: Market Research & Development - Germany

SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Scottish Enterprise involves the tender titled "Food & Drink: Market Research & Development - Germany", aimed at exploring foodservice opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink companies in Germany. This open procedure, initiated with a request for proposals, is currently in the award stage, with the contract awarded to BLC Market Services for a total value of £87,500. The main activities include market research and development, entailing identification and engagement with key foodservice contacts. Key dates include the bid opening on 23 April 2018 and the award date on 30 April 2018, with the work expected to span over two years.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the fields of market research, food service consulting, and export development, particularly those specialising in food and drink sectors. Companies that can demonstrate relevant experience, such as previous market research projects or familiarity with the German food service industry, are highly encouraged to engage. The procurement allows suppliers to take part in enhancing the export capabilities of Scottish companies, with a focus on developing strategic relationships and supporting the broader objectives of the Scottish Food & Drink Export Plan.

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Notice Title

Food & Drink: Market Research & Development - Germany

Notice Description

The purpose of this work is to understand the foodservice opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink companies in Germany. The work consists of two phases: 1)Research: Lead on our activity to identify and develop relationships with key foodservice contacts (including procurement managers, chefs and distributors) by forming close strategic relationships with senior target customers and proactively identifying areas of opportunity for Scotland. 2) Market development: Work with SDI and SF&D partners to support Scottish F&D companies to accelerate export growth by providing market research, intelligence and introductions to business contacts. Support the SF&D Export Plan's objectives of widening the range of products exported, working with key trade associations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this work is to understand the foodservice opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink companies in Germany. The work consists of two phases: 1)Research: Lead on our activity to identify and develop relationships with key foodservice contacts (including procurement managers, chefs and distributors) by forming close strategic relationships with senior target customers and proactively identifying areas of opportunity for Scotland. 2) Market development: Work with SDI and SF&D partners to support Scottish F&D companies to accelerate export growth by providing market research, intelligence and introductions to business contacts. Support the SF&D Export Plan's objectives of widening the range of products exported, working with key trade associations.

Renewal: 12 month contract with the option of 12 month extension to the original contract. Maximum duration of the contract will be 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000538036
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322540
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20187 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH ENTERPRISE
Contact Name
Anne Marie Borman, Joanne Napier
Contact Email
anne.marie.borman@scotent.co.uk, joanne.napier@scotent.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1592623006

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLC MARKET SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR315460
    Food & Drink: Market Research & Development - Germany - The purpose of this work is to understand the foodservice opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink companies in Germany. The work consists of two phases: 1)Research: Lead on our activity to identify and develop relationships with key foodservice contacts (including procurement managers, chefs and distributors) by forming close strategic relationships with senior target customers and proactively identifying areas of opportunity for Scotland. 2) Market development: Work with SDI and SF&D partners to support Scottish F&D companies to accelerate export growth by providing market research, intelligence and introductions to business contacts. Support the SF&D Export Plan's objectives of widening the range of products exported, working with key trade associations.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN322540
    Food & Drink: Market Research & Development - Germany - The purpose of this work is to understand the foodservice opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink companies in Germany. The work consists of two phases: 1)Research: Lead on our activity to identify and develop relationships with key foodservice contacts (including procurement managers, chefs and distributors) by forming close strategic relationships with senior target customers and proactively identifying areas of opportunity for Scotland. 2) Market development: Work with SDI and SF&D partners to support Scottish F&D companies to accelerate export growth by providing market research, intelligence and introductions to business contacts. Support the SF&D Export Plan's objectives of widening the range of products exported, working with key trade associations.

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