--- title: "Export Representation work for the Belgium market on behalf of AHDB" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2020-12-07" --- # Export Representation work for the Belgium market on behalf of AHDB Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7b86945d-75d9-465f-8ad5-38b68c04006c.json) ## Summary The contract titled "Export Representation work for the Belgium market on behalf of AHDB" is being offered by the Defra Network eTendering Portal and focuses on public relations services. This procurement is designated as a selective process using a restricted procedure and is currently in the tender stage. The bid submission period ends on 2nd February 2021, with the contract period running from 2nd April 2021 to 1st April 2025. The contract is valued at £500,000, with a minimum value of £140,000, and aims to enhance the presence of UK beef and lamb in the Belgian restaurant sector. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in public relations, particularly those with experience in food and beverage promotion. Agencies that have established connections with food writers and bloggers in Belgium, as well as a solid understanding of the red meat market, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, suppliers that cater to traditional and modern restaurant concepts focusing on red meat are encouraged to express their interest, supporting potential growth in the sector. ## Notice AHDB are looking for an agent or representative to deal with the following. The challenge is to attract UK exporters and potential importers in Belgium with innovative projects which should create a positive trend in the restaurant sector. Focus should be placed on Quality Standard Mark for UK beef and lamb, Red Tractor or PGI options. Our audience target is both traditional and modern concepts of restaurants that focus on red meat as a key feature of their menus. The agency must have good contacts with meat specialized food journalists, food writers, bloggers and other key opinion formers in Belgium. They should also have a strong knowledge of meat restaurants. 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/d61fbcec-92f2-4f24-b784-176511dc5f6e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 2 Feb 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Apr 2021 - 1 Apr 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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, WARWICKSHIRE | | 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 - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79416000 - Public relations services ## Release History - 7 Dec 2020 at 12:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d61fbcec-92f2-4f24-b784-176511dc5f6e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d61fbcec-92f2-4f24-b784-176511dc5f6e 7th December 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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