Tender

Request for Quotation - Service for a Provider to to visit Early Years settings with Petting Animals

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council is seeking bids for the tender titled "Request for Quotation - Service for a Provider to visit Early Years settings with Petting Animals." This contract, classified under the industry category of small animals, will provide an interactive service for children under five to engage with small pets through workshops from March to July 2022. The tender process is currently open, with submissions closing on 8 March 2022. Bidders must possess a valid Animal Activity License to participate and are encouraged to register on the Council's e-sourcing portal to view further details.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the animal care and educational sectors to expand their service offerings. Companies that are equipped to conduct engaging animal-related workshops for young children would be especially well-suited. The open procurement method invites a diverse range of applicants, ensuring that small and medium-sized enterprises can compete effectively, fostering a competitive marketplace that benefits both the Council and local businesses.

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Notice Title

Request for Quotation - Service for a Provider to to visit Early Years settings with Petting Animals

Notice Description

Bedford Borough are looking for a provider to work in partnership with Early Years settings to visit and provide an opportunity for children under 5 to pet small animals. We expect the provider to visit Early Years setting and deliver workshops from March-July 2022. Bidders are to note that this opportunity is only open to organisations with a current and valid Animal Activity License. Further information on the application process can be obtained from licensing@bedford.gov.uk Additional information: Bidders are invited to view the tender documents via Bedford Borough Council's e-sourcing portal at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home Bidders will need to register an account on the Council's Intend portal at www.in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home and search for this opportunity by the title or project reference. Bidders are to note that this opportunity is only open to organisations with a current and valid Animal Activity License. Further information on the application process can be obtained from licensing@bedford.gov.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7a7ac5b6-b365-4a80-aed7-539692b6afa9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

03325000 - Small animals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Mar 2022 - 15 Jul 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ENGLAND
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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