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title: "Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange"
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# Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-14c493f7-3fec-46dd-afeb-e3ccd658191e

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is seeking innovative proposals for a project entitled "Seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange." This tender falls under the agricultural sector and is specifically relevant to the storage and management of potato resources. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a milestone of engagement due by 2nd November 2019. The project's activities are expected to take place primarily in the East of England, and prospective suppliers are encouraged to send their documentation requests via email to procurement@ahdb.org.uk.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the agricultural and research sectors to engage in cutting-edge potato storage research. Businesses that specialise in agricultural machinery, research and development, as well as those focused on agricultural services would be particularly well-suited to participate. The market engagement aspect allows potential suppliers to propose creative and innovative partnerships that can significantly enhance the value delivered to industry levy payers, paving the way for substantial business growth and collaboration in the agricultural field.

## Notice

This is a market engagement opportunity seeking innovative proposals to deliver world-leading potato storage research and associated knowledge exchange. This is a unique opportunity to work with AHDB on our ambitious plans to drive forward potato storage research on behalf of the industry and levy payers. We outline some possible options of how we might work with the wider research community to deliver research and elements of our KE in the future. This is not an exhaustive list. We are open to creative proposals to deliver world-leading research, including innovative ideas around partnerships and collaborations that will drive quality and value to our Levy Payers. Further information at: https://ahdb.org.uk/news/considering-the-future-of-potato-storage-research If you are interested in receiving the relevant documentation in this regard, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk Note: There is a Market Engagement day planned in August; details provided in further documentation. Additional information: The official pulication of this opportunity can be found at: https://ahdb.org.uk/news/considering-the-future-of-potato-storage-research If you are interested to receive the relevant documentation regarding this opportunity, please email: procurement@ahdb.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c84bca-62af-4105-8ac7-983cdd5fb811 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Nov 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | KENILWORTH |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV8 2TL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Cubbington & Leek Wootton |
| Westminster constituency | Kenilworth and Southam |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 16 - Agricultural machinery
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 03200000 - Cereals, potatoes, vegetables, fruits and nuts
- 16000000 - Agricultural machinery
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

## Release History

- 2 Aug 2019 at 12:08 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c84bca-62af-4105-8ac7-983cdd5fb811
- 1 Aug 2019 at 10:23 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c84bca-62af-4105-8ac7-983cdd5fb811

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4c84bca-62af-4105-8ac7-983cdd5fb811
  2nd August 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://ahdb.org.uk/news/considering-the-future-of-potato-storage-research

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