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APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)

DEFRA COMMERCIAL

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04 Apr 2025 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

Defra Commercial is seeking a Veterinary Director (SCS 1) under the executive services category (CPV: 75111100). Located at 17 Smith Square, London, this tender process has seen its award stage completed with key dates including the end of the tender period on 3 January 2025 and the contract period extending from 3 February 2025 to 28 February 2026. The procurement method was a direct single tender action, detailed for below-threshold procurements, aimed to fulfil a specific need.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and organisations in the veterinary and executive services sectors. With a contract valued at £35,000, businesses equipped to deliver high-level veterinary direction could benefit substantially. The award was granted to Saxton, indicating that companies specialising in professional and leadership services are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. The widespread delivery addresses, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and Europe, highlight potential for broader business reach and market expansion.

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Notice Title

APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)

Notice Description

APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ff5543-08c6-4bb6-b22f-4ef8f4f095f7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75111100 - Executive services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA COMMERCIAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAXTON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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