--- title: "AHDB Governance Review" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2020-07-31" --- # AHDB Governance Review Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b69e8914-be95-45de-a0d3-16be17bac19a.json) ## Summary The AHDB Governance Review tender, published by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, seeks independent consultancy expertise to enhance the governance structure of the AHDB in England. The procurement falls under the business analysis consultancy services category, and the current stage is active tendering, with a submission deadline set for 17th August 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 1st September 2020 and conclude by 30th November 2020, covering activities crucial for ensuring efficient governance that benefits levy payers. This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in business and management consultancy services, particularly SMEs looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector. Companies with expertise in governance frameworks, organisational development, and stakeholder engagement would be well-positioned to compete for this contract, as it aims to establish a robust governance model for the AHDB. Registering on the eSourcing portal is the first step for interested suppliers wishing to engage in this competitive procurement process. ## Notice AHDB require independent expertise to support and advise their Governance Review Group in achieving the following objectives: 1. To recommend to the AHDB Board a future governance structure that ensures AHDB is: a. fit for purpose, b. accountable, c. inclusive, d. transparent, e. efficient and provides value for money for levy payers f. and encourages levy payer engagement. 2. To recommend the transition programme to any new structure, including timescale, to ensure no adverse impact on delivery. 3. To provide a Board evaluation for reference in the 2021 financial statements. Additional information: How to express and interest in this 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. 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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/bc5042a9-f273-4140-8e3f-53e7ab112065 | | 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 | 31 Jul 2020 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 | | 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 - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services - 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services ## Release History - 31 Jul 2020 at 09:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc5042a9-f273-4140-8e3f-53e7ab112065 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bc5042a9-f273-4140-8e3f-53e7ab112065 31st July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk Bravo e-Sourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.ahdb.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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