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title: "The Cost Benefit Analysis of HerdAdvance"
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# The Cost Benefit Analysis of HerdAdvance

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d6890b1-1a64-449f-a041-8a98db18ebe4

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, focusing on the analysis of the HerdAdvance project, titled "The Cost Benefit Analysis of HerdAdvance". This contract falls under the agricultural and farming sector and is based in Wales. Currently, the procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, with the tender period ending on 29 March 2019. The contract is set to commence on 19 April 2019 and will run until 30 June 2023, requiring suppliers to deliver a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and case studies related to animal health planning.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth for businesses involved in agricultural consultancy and research services. Companies skilled in data analysis, animal health, or welfare management, particularly those who can demonstrate effective implementation of health plans and understanding of farming needs, would be well positioned to compete. As this project aims to recruit up to 500 farmers for participation, it opens avenues for collaboration and the potential to enhance on-farm efficiencies across the agricultural sector in Wales.

## Notice

In June 2018, AHDB was successful in applying for grant funding to undertake a five-year Dairy Improvement Programme (DIP) which is made possible through the Rural Development Programme 2014-2020, which is funded by the Welsh Government and the European Union. One of the strategic projects delivered through the Programme is HerdAdvance. HerdAdvance The project aim is to pilot how improving disease control awareness and pre-emptive animal health and welfare management on Welsh dairy farms can improve on-farm efficiencies and profitability and ensure that businesses realise their full potential in the market place. A new whole farm holistic approach to disease prevention will be applied taking into consideration other influential factors such as nutrition, genetics and the suitability of buildings. The project will ensure that Animal health plans become an active on-farm management tool aimed at promoting the health and welfare of farm animals by setting out disease prevention, detection and management procedures. The aim is to recruit up to 500 farmers to participate in the Herd Health Planning and Monitoring element. AHDB requires suppliers who can provide: 1. a cost benefit analysis of the HerdAdvance project and 2. case studies setting out the economic benefit of proactive animal health planning and management. The requirements of the service include: * an initial review of the suitability of the data being collected as part of the project i.e. are they the right ones to undertake a cost benefit analysis of animal health interventions. * an analysis of baseline data collected on the first visit on farm. * annual analysis of data collected and any outcomes/impact to date. * a final cost benefit analysis at the end of the programme (deadline 31 March 2023). * 2 to 3 case studies each year, based on the project (starting in 2020 and continuing till 2023). PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY AND WANT TO BE NOTIFIED OF ANY Q&A'S THAT WE PUBLISH - YOU MUST PLEASE SELECT 'WATCH THIS NOTICE' AGAINST THIS TENDER IN ORDER TO RECEIVE ALERTS. Additional information: IMPORTANT: If you are interested in this opportunity, please ensure you click on 'Watch this notice'. This will alert you to any questions and answers that may arise during this process. It is your responsibility to ensure you access these messages. Specification downloadable for interested parties Any questions, please email delyth.davies@ahdb.org.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bf4f59-0afe-4567-b4bf-7a5df6374bfa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 31 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| 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 | TLL Wales |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUALITY MILK MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD (QMMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 May 2019 at 16:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bf4f59-0afe-4567-b4bf-7a5df6374bfa
- 18 Mar 2019 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ff41442-2635-4bce-b3c1-6ce0479531df
- 4 Mar 2019 at 12:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ff41442-2635-4bce-b3c1-6ce0479531df

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34bf4f59-0afe-4567-b4bf-7a5df6374bfa
  22nd May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ff41442-2635-4bce-b3c1-6ce0479531df
  18th March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b8724bd2-53fc-42ff-9dce-74994a60aa34
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/538344fe-a7b0-4793-a6cc-21d258cd3726
  Clarifications 18 March 2019

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