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title: "Develop the Next Generation of Collaborative Initiatives"
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# Develop the Next Generation of Collaborative Initiatives

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2faea591-b83d-4508-a532-caba72de935a

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Develop the Next Generation of Collaborative Initiatives" was conducted by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, located in London, England. This initiative, classified under research services, aimed to explore effective methods for farmer-led groups to identify local environmental priorities and subsequently inform collaborative landscape-scale plans. The contract, valued at £13,334, was initiated through a direct procurement method and is currently in the award stage, with the current contract period running from 13 January 2020 to 30 November 2020. This tender was first published on 26 February 2020.

This opportunity is particularly advantageous for businesses involved in research services, environmental management, and those with expertise in collaborative community engagement. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is suitable for these groups. By engaging with this tender, businesses can potentially expand their reach within the public sector and contribute to significant environmental initiatives, thereby fostering sustainable business growth.

## Notice

The purpose of the trial is to identify the best ways by which farmer-led groups might identify at a local level those areas where activities to maintain, enhance and/or connect environmental features are a priority, and how this information can be used to inform the design and delivery of collaborative landscape-scale plans. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531cd3ed-a0dc-40e6-b9f5-588098e0c74e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,334 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,334 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLACK SHEEP COUNTRYSIDE MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 28 Feb 2020 at 10:22 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531cd3ed-a0dc-40e6-b9f5-588098e0c74e
- 28 Feb 2020 at 10:21 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531cd3ed-a0dc-40e6-b9f5-588098e0c74e
- 26 Feb 2020 at 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531cd3ed-a0dc-40e6-b9f5-588098e0c74e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531cd3ed-a0dc-40e6-b9f5-588098e0c74e
  28th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b4248dde-6a92-48c3-90a5-b0f2011253d5
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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