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title: "Trial seed processing (Seed handling, treatment and distribution) for the AHDB Cereal and Oilseeds Recommended List (RL)"
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# Trial seed processing (Seed handling, treatment and distribution) for the AHDB Cereal and Oilseeds Recommended List (RL)

Buyer: AHDB (DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03a47e

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## Summary

The AHDB Cereal and Oilseeds Recommended List is seeking a contractor to perform trial seed processing services for various crop varieties in the UK. The tender involves the processing, handling, treatment, and distribution of seeds for field performance evaluation. The procurement method is an open procedure, led by AHDB (Defra Network eTendering Portal), located at Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire. The contract period starts on July 3, 2023, and ends on July 31, 2026, with options for two additional 12-month renewals. The submission deadline for written bids is March 21, 2023.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses experienced in agricultural services, specifically in seed processing, to grow their operations. Companies with resources and equipment for handling seed processing are encouraged to compete. The procurement stage is currently active, focusing on services related to agricultural activities. The AHDB is looking for a contractor who can deliver a full scope of processing services efficiently and effectively. Interested businesses should ensure compliance with the bid validity period of 90 days and consider the potential for contract extensions to maximize business growth.

## Notice

This tender deals with the processing of seed for these trials and tests, i.e. the receipt, handling, treatment, packeting and dispatch of seed. AHDB is looking to secure an operator who is able to deliver the full scope of these services.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The AHDB Cereals and Oilseeds Recommended Lists are the definitive industry guide to cereal and oilseed varieties, giving levy-payers the information they need to select the correct variety for their businesses. The data on which the Recommended Lists are produced are based on the evaluation of field performance of a range of varieties of crops under cultivation in the UK. Variety trials and tests are conducted at numerous locations (trial sites) throughout the UK. 
This tender deals with the processing of seed for these trials and tests, i.e. the receipt, handling, treatment, packeting and dispatch of seed. AHDB is looking to secure an operator who is able to deliver the full scope of these services. The supplier must already have the resources and equipment in place by the start of the contract.

Renewal: Options to extend for a further 2 x 12-month increments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004088-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2023 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AHDB (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

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

### Codes

- 03111000 - Seeds
- 77100000 - Agricultural services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2023 at 17:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004088-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome.
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/agriculture-and-horticulture-development-board
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-environment-food-rural-affairs

## Provenance

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