Tender

THE PROVISION OF BOARDING SERVICES FOR SEIZED DOGS

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Tender

15 Feb 2020 at 12:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service is conducting a public procurement process for the provision of boarding and kennelling services for seized dogs under the title "THE PROVISION OF BOARDING SERVICES FOR SEIZED DOGS". This procurement falls within the dog kennel services industry category and is located in London, UK. Currently in the tender stage, the call for bids will close on 16th March 2020 at 23:59:59. The estimated value of the contract ranges between £2,680,000 and £5,360,000, with services required to be available 24/7 throughout the year.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in animal care, kennel services, and veterinary provision. Companies that can demonstrate the capability to manage a high turnover of animals, including those with specific behavioural challenges, will be particularly well-suited to compete. The 24-hour operational requirement, as well as the need for compliance with welfare standards, will favour experienced providers and those with existing resources to fulfil these needs effectively. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary sector organisations (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing their potential for growth in the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

THE PROVISION OF BOARDING SERVICES FOR SEIZED DOGS

Notice Description

The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) as the contracting authority is tendering for the supply of Boarding and Kennelling of Seized Dogs (the Services) to the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS). The service covers all dogs seized or otherwise taken into possession by the Metropolitan Police Service. This includes dogs which generally fall into one or more of the following categories: * Dogs of a Prohibited Type - 25%; * Dogs which are Dangerously Out of Control - 35%; * Dogs as Prisoners Property - 20%; * Dogs taken into possession for Animal Cruelty Investigations - 15%; * Other Non-Specific / Operational Reasons - 5%; These dogs can range from the very friendly to those that can be difficult to handle and includes dogs that have attacked persons and / or other animals to those who have complex welfare needs. Every dog is a potential threat, which can be judged to a certain extent by its history and exhibited behaviour. Service providers will be expected to treat all dogs with the utmost caution and respect whilst taking every possible step to ensure the best welfare provision is made. The Services must be provided seven days a week, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day, Good Friday and all Bank Holidays, 24hrs a day. Kennels must be able to facilitate new arrivals between 07:00 am and 00:00 am daily as a minimum. 1. Scope 1.1 The Service to be provided will cover the following: The provision of adequate and secure shelter, food, exercise / enrichment, healthcare and veterinary treatment for animals placed in the custody of the kennel. 1.2 The number of dogs requiring boarding is estimated at 1100 per annum. 1.3 The maximum number of total kennels space required is 220 per day across all providers. The minimum number of kennel space required over the last 12 months is 160 spaces per day. There are seasonal / operational variances in demand. 1.4 The average length of kennel days per dog is approximately 85 days per stay. 1.5 The maximum number of

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7bf70519-ace5-4b2e-aed3-4d07702be73d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50c931d5-c6ff-46ed-8363-23a0241c8f74
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98380000 - Dog kennel services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,360,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Mar 2020 - 18 Mar 2020 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Hannah Lloyd
Contact Email
hannah.lloyd@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7886 566254

Buyer Location

Locality
GREATER LONDON
Postcode
SW6 1TR
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)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
Electoral Ward
West Kensington
Westminster Constituency
Chelsea and Fulham

Further Information

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