Tender

Provision of Livestock Feed for Pigs

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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Tender

20 Feb 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is seeking a sole supplier for the provision of pig feed to its National Pig Centre in Tadcaster, West Yorkshire. This contracting process, currently in the tender stage, falls under the "Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals" industry category. The centre requires custom nutrition solutions for both outdoor breeding sows and an indoor commercial herd. The contract, estimated at 4,200 tonnes per year with a total value of £5,500,000, is planned to start on 1st November 2025 and run until 31st October 2027. The deadline for tender submission is 31st March 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in animal nutrition and feed production. Companies with expertise in tailoring feed formulations and maintaining stringent biosecurity and sustainability standards are well-suited to compete. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, given the emphasis on flexibility and adherence to high-quality standards. Winning this contract could provide substantial business growth, showcasing expertise in a nationally recognized research facility.

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Notice Title

Provision of Livestock Feed for Pigs

Notice Description

The University of Leeds seeks a sole supplier for the provision of pig feed to its National Pig Centre based in Tadcaster, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The centre operates state-of-the-art facilities and requires tailored nutrition for its herds, including outdoor breeding sows and an indoor commercial herd, with feed quantities varying due to research trials. The contract demands reliable delivery, flexibility to adjust feed formulations, access to expert nutritionists, and adherence to strict biosecurity and sustainability standards. Estimated at 4200 tonnes per year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-47f00a2e-b143-4870-90f5-91b88e1c593e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db12bd3a-713a-4149-bf40-6de1f142e41a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products


CPV Codes

15710000 - Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Antony Wilkinson
Contact Email
a.k.wilkinson@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441133439970

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9BT
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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