--- title: "Welsh Government Knowledge Transfer Programme" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "WELSH GOVERNMENT" published: "2022-07-14" --- # Welsh Government Knowledge Transfer Programme Buyer: WELSH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0351ea.json) ## Summary The Welsh Government is initiating the Welsh Government Knowledge Transfer Programme, a planned procurement process for research and development services aimed at bolstering the farming sector’s sustainability and competitiveness. The contract, valued at £34,350,000 and classified under the CPV code 73000000, is set to commence in April 2023 with a duration of two years and a possible extension of 12 months. This acquisition is currently in the planning stage, with potential bidders encouraged to express their interest by 9 August 2022 using the eTender Wales platform for further information. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in consultancy, training, and development services geared towards the agricultural sector. Companies specialising in sustainability practices, professional development, and advisory services for farming and horticulture will find this procurement particularly relevant. Participation in this programme could enhance their portfolio while contributing to the advancement of environmental standards within the Welsh farming community. ## Notice Welsh Government require an innovative Programme to support the farming industry in delivering greater sustainability, Improved competitiveness, and improved environmental performance in line with Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) and Programme for Government objectives. The Welsh Government Knowledge Transfer Programme 2 year contract (with possible 12months extension) will commence in April 2023. ### Lot Information Farming Connect Knowledge Transfer Farming Connect Knowledge Transfer - To deliver an innovative knowledge transfer programme to support the farming industry in delivering greater sustainability, improved competitiveness, and improved environmental performance for farming businesses in line with SFS objectives. Farming Connect Lifelong Learning and Development Farming Connect Lifelong Learning and Development - To deliver a more professional industry through its support for continuous professional development, action learning, mentoring, accredited training, e-learning and clear focus on personal development. Farming Connect Management and Co-ordination of the Advisory Service Farming Connect Management and Co-ordination of the Advisory Service - To set up and deliver a framework Advisory Service to provide integrated advice across a broad range of specialist technical and business management areas tailored to meet individual business needs. Farming Connect Service Centre Farming Connect Service Centre - To establish and manage a Service Centre which will act as the main point of contact for all customers to register and promote all activities and services across the Farming Connect programme. Farming Connect Knowledge Transfer Dissemination and Events Farming Connect Knowledge Transfer Dissemination and Events - To deliver an innovative programme of activity and events for the benefit of the farming sector in Wales to support farming businesses to transition to the Sustainable Farming Scheme. Farming Connect Welsh Sheep Genetics Farming Connect Welsh Sheep Genetics - To develop an innovative programme of activity suitable to support the needs of the Welsh sheep sector. Working with businesses in identifying their current baseline performance, identify the KPI's for the businesses, and create an action plan with clear recommendations to improve Welsh Sheep Genetics. Farming Connect Horticulture Support Farming Connect Horticulture Support - To develop and deliver a support service for commercial horticulturalists in Wales whilst facilitating collaboration between producers and processors to improve the viability of supply chains. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019266-2022 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 8 Aug 2022 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £34,350,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WELSH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF10 3NQ | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Cathays | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff South and Penarth | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 48931000 - Training software package - 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 79340000 - Advertising and marketing services - 79341100 - Advertising consultancy services - 79342000 - Marketing services - 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services - 79512000 - Call centre - 80000000 - Education and training services - 80420000 - E-learning services ## Release History - 14 Jul 2022 at 11:02 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019266-2022 ## Notice URLs - http://gov.wales - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/ - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=121973 - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0007 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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