--- title: "Supply of the training and implementation of LEAN management practices on pig farms utilising the Business Improvement Techniques" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2020-04-16" --- # Supply of the training and implementation of LEAN management practices on pig farms utilising the Business Improvement Techniques Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3f4343a6-d9d6-4923-b056-4f8b11d44dc3.json) ## Summary The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently seeking tenders for the supply of training and implementation of LEAN management practices on pig farms, as part of the Agricultural and training services sector. This procurement process is in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th June 2020. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 4th August 2020 and conclude on 31st March 2022. This open procurement method aims to engage a professional supplier who can collaborate with the AHDB Pork Knowledge Exchange team to deliver these services across various locations, including the United Kingdom and other British Overseas territories. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those with expertise in LEAN management and process improvements within the agricultural sector. Companies that can deliver accredited training and demonstrate a track record in enhancing operational efficiencies should consider participating in this tender. With a focus on improving production efficiency and profitability for pig producers, businesses that understand the dynamics of the agricultural industry and can provide proven methodologies will be well-positioned to succeed in this procurement process. ## Notice Supply of the training and implementation of LEAN management practices on pig farms utilising the Business Improvement Techniques. The Business Improvement Techniques (BIT) is part of AHDB Pork Knowledge Exchange programme and seeks to demonstrate the value of Process Control (LEAN) principles to pig producers. The main programme will determine how a detailed and methodical analysis of a business can enable producers to identify waste in their production process and how adopting continuous improvement methodology can influence their success as a business through improving production efficiency and increasing profitability. AHDB Pork is currently seeking proposals for one professional supplier of LEAN management and training to work in partnership with the AHDB Pork Knowledge Exchange team. This programme will involve up to twelve (minimum of ten) pig businesses. The aim of this project is to identify if the use of LEAN Management concepts, such as process control and continuous improvement can increase production efficiency sufficiently to increase profitability and/or add value to the product (pork). It is mandatory that the training provided be an accredited apprenticeship, accreditation must be valid for registrations of learners from September 2020. Additional information: Suppliers Instructions How to Express Interest in this Tender and respond to the opportunity: 1. Register your company on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once) - Browse to the eSourcing Portal: https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk and click the link to register - Accept the terms and conditions and click 'continue' - Enter your correct business and user details - Note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete - You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure) 2. Express an Interest in the tender - Login to the portal with the username/password - Click the ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These Invitations to Tender open to any registered supplier) - Click on the relevant ITT to access the content. - Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. - This will move the ITT into your 'My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only) -You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'ITT Details' box 3. Responding to the tender - Click 'My Response' under 'ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining) - You can now use the 'Messages' function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification - Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT - There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available) You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/980e9f67-d631-4c2e-90be-f83cc044dcc0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Apr 2020 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Aug 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 | | 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 | Active | | 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 - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - 80500000 - Training services ## Release History - 16 Apr 2020 at 15:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/980e9f67-d631-4c2e-90be-f83cc044dcc0 - 14 Apr 2020 at 12:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/980e9f67-d631-4c2e-90be-f83cc044dcc0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/980e9f67-d631-4c2e-90be-f83cc044dcc0 16th April 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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