Tender

Equine Forage

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY - GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE

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Tender

01 Nov 2019 at 14:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Greater Manchester Police is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for a contract titled "Equine Forage". This procurement focuses on the supply and delivery of various types of forage including hay, haylage, and spring barley straw, essential for the diet of their approximately 20 horses based at the Hough End Centre in South Manchester. The tender was published on 1st November 2019, with the closing date set for 29th November 2019. The estimated contract value ranges from £100,000 to £110,000 and falls under the goods category with a specific classification of straw and forage (CPV code 03114000).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the agricultural sector, particularly those specialising in the supply of animal feed and related goods. Companies that can provide high-quality forage products and demonstrate logistical capabilities for timely delivery would be well-suited to participate. With the emphasis on sustaining the welfare and performance of police horses, businesses that understand the specific dietary needs of equines and can offer tailored solutions may find a competitive edge in fulfilling this contract.

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Notice Title

Equine Forage

Notice Description

GMP are seeking to award a contract for the supply and delivery of Equine Forage, including hay, haylage and spring barley straw. The Mounted Unit of GMP has an establishment of approximately 20 horses, stabled at the Hough End Centre in South Manchester. The unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and the horses are required to work a variety of shifts. On average, the horses work undersaddle 2-4 hours a day, 6 days a week, mainly walking on roads. They are predominantly hunter types and stand between 16.2hh and 17.3hh. The diet of the horses is roughage based, consisting of haylage, alfalfa and a balancer. They are predominantly stabled on rubber mats with a shallow layer of bedding, which is currently chopped rape straw, and with minimal access to turnout.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1920cd9b-f7c0-4903-bd69-5a53c4fe0d29
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

03114000 - Straw and forage

03114200 - Forage

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 Over 5 years
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
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY - GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE
Contact Name
Sarah Clapperton
Contact Email
sarah.clapperton@gmp.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1618561104

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M11 2NS
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Clayton & Openshaw
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

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