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Detection Dogs Services

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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14 Sep 2021 at 12:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) seeking suppliers for Detection Dogs Services to mitigate the challenges associated with illicit goods in the UK. This open tender, classified under the CPV code for dog training services, was awarded on 31 August 2021, with a contract value of £84,575.50. The service provision period runs from 31 August 2021 to 30 August 2023. The tender was published on 14 September 2021, marking the completion of its evaluation phase.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector organisations (VCSEs) that specialise in animal training and security services. Companies that possess expertise in training detection dogs and handlers as well as those capable of ensuring the welfare and effectiveness of the animals involved are particularly well-suited for such opportunities. The successful contractor will not only be contributing to public safety but can also potentially expand their service offerings within the growing sector of security and compliance services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Detection Dogs Services

Notice Description

The Authority (HMRC) is required to tackle the threat posed by the movement, storage, distribution and sale of illicit goods throughout the UK. This is achieved by deploying detection dogs to assist HMRC officers whilst they are inspecting or searching premises and vehicles to identify concealments and storage points of illicit products and the subsequent seizure of any illicit goods discovered. The contractor to provide the requisite number of personnel, dogs and other resources to meet the needs of HMRC for the provision of detection dogs and handlers. The Contractor must ensure that its personnel i.e. handlers are suitably trained to competently perform detection tasks effectively. The Contractor's training programme will cover as a minimum the requirements set out below: *How to diffuse aggressive behaviour *The application of UK Human Rights, Children's Legislation and cultural diversity and racial awareness *Health and Safety *Security Awareness *First Aid *Fire Safety *Care and welfare of the dog *First Aid for Dogs *Hygiene of kennels and grooming of dogs *Training in handling a working dog; this must be praise and reward based and must not be compulsion-based. *Training of handler & dog to detect goods hidden in premises and vehicles. *A HMRC Officer shall be permitted to evaluate, monitor and review the Contractor's training programmes and practices; as requested by the Authority. The contractor must have immediate access to the appropriate number of handler(s) and dog(s) which are fit and effective whilst having regard for the welfare and well-being of the dog(s) under his/her control.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fac46b4-add0-4469-850b-bc97ee354a0a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80512000 - Dog training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£84,575 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£84,575 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
30 Aug 2021 - 30 Aug 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M60 9LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ACCTED

Further Information

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