--- title: "Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment baselining" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "AHDB" published: "2024-10-11" --- # Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment baselining Buyer: AHDB Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ef00be62-364e-4c9d-b15a-bd98c62d11df.json) ## Summary AHDB has issued an open procedure tender for "Consultancy Services to Deliver Carbon Audits & Farm Action Plans for the Environment Baselining". This procurement falls under the agricultural services category (CPV code 77100000) and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender is currently at the tender stage with a closing date for submissions set at noon on 21st November 2024. The contract is scheduled to commence on 3rd March 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2029. AHDB, based in Coventry (CV3 4PE), is seeking experienced suppliers capable of delivering carbon audits on 170 farms participating in their Environment Baselining Pilot to establish net carbon balances at multiple levels. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in environmental consultancy and agricultural services, particularly those with expertise in carbon auditing and sustainable farming practices. SMEs are encouraged to participate, making this an excellent opportunity for smaller enterprises to gain a foothold in the industry. Suitable candidates would include companies with a proven track record in delivering comprehensive carbon audits and developing actionable environmental plans for diverse farming systems. By engaging with AHDB on this project, businesses can enhance their portfolio and contribute to meaningful environmental improvements within the UK farming sector. ## Notice AHDB requires one or more suppliers to deliver carbon audits and accompanying action plans for its Environment Baselining Pilot. AHDB are seeking suppliers who are able to provide consultants that have experience in delivering whole business carbon audits on a range of farming businesses including, but not limited to, the four levy sectors supported by AHDB/QMS namely, Dairy, Beef and Lamb, Cereals and Oilseeds, and Pork. (Supplier/tenderer: the organisation with which AHDB contracts and is responsible for managing the delivery of the services by the Consultants as described in this document. Consultants: these are individuals which are managed by the suppliers and are responsible for delivering the audits and action plans as described.) (The carbon audit tool to be used on all farms will be provided through AHDB and is being procured through a separate contract (tender reference: 2024-725)). This carbon audit and subsequent action plan will be delivered on 170 participating farms in the www.ahdb.org.uk/baselining . AHDB wants to determine a net carbon balance for each farm business, reporting at the business, enterprise and system level. The participating farms will include a range of farm enterprises, including but not limited to all AHDB levy sectors i.e. Cereals & Oilseeds, Beef and Lamb, Dairy and Pork. Many farms will be mixed farms and may involve sectors and activities not covered by the AHDB levy. The farms participating in this pilot have been selected based on several factors to optimise regional spread, and distribution of soil type, sector, system and land management practices. Closing date for this opportunity is NOON 21st November 2024. Duration of contract: From 3 March 2025 to 31 December 2029 The electronic address at which the Procurement Documents have been made directly available by AHDB by electronic means is https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome. This is AHDB's e-Sourcing portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c085b00-e400-4a8c-8130-e4d501e68b7e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Mar 2025 - 31 Dec 2029 | | 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 | AHDB | | Locality | COVENTRY | | Post town | Coventry | | Postcode | CV3 4PE | | 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services ### Codes - 77100000 - Agricultural services ## Release History - 11 Oct 2024 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c085b00-e400-4a8c-8130-e4d501e68b7e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1c085b00-e400-4a8c-8130-e4d501e68b7e 11th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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