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Framework Agreement for The Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes ("Reactor Removal")

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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30 Jul 2025 at 08:41

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Framework Agreement for the Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes" has recently concluded with the award stage completed. Managed by the Animal and Plant Health Agency, this contract is categorised under animal husbandry services, with additional classifications covering agricultural and environmental safety services. The services cover regions across England, Scotland, and Wales, and are expected to be primarily utilised by the Animal and Plant Health Agency. The open procurement method was used, ensuring an above-threshold procedure, with a contract period from 1 March 2025 to 28 February 2029. The awarded contract, valued at £8,000,000 GBP, commenced on 1 March 2025 and aims to support TB control in livestock.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in livestock management, animal transportation, and environmental safety services. Being open to SMEs, it encourages smaller enterprises to participate, particularly those able to provide management, slaughter, and disposal services. Businesses operating near England, Scotland, and Wales might find this contract especially opportune, given the regional focus. The contract's extensive duration allows for stable, long-term engagement in a secure sector vital for governmental agricultural health objectives. Companies equipped with the necessary expertise in the specified regions will find this a beneficial opportunity for business growth and sectoral prominence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for The Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes ("Reactor Removal")

Notice Description

This Framework Agreement is for the delivery of services to manage the collection, slaughter, salvage and disposal of farmed livestock for TB control purposes in England, Scotland and Wales. There are three types of services which suppliers can supply to us. Lot 1 (England and Wales only*), The Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes. Lot 2: (Scotland only*): The Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes. Lot 3: (All Regions): The Collection & Transport of Live Animal. *for lots 1 and 2, a supplier can be located outside of these regions, but work will only be to deliver services in the stated regions. For example, a supplier maybe located near the English / Scottish border & choose to bid for lot 1 or lot 2. The framework is open for use by Defra, APHA, Scottish Government & Welsh Government. However, in practice we expected APHA will make all, or the majority, of awards under this framework agreement. Note on publication of redacted framework agreements: all frameworks were entered into on the basis on the attached template agreement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2810d14d-8f9c-4762-addf-576b31224cb2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

85 - Health and social work services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

75130000 - Supporting services for the government

77100000 - Agricultural services

77400000 - Zoological services

77500000 - Animal husbandry services

85200000 - Veterinary services

90721000 - Environmental safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2029 4-5 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
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS11 9AT
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Beeston & Holbeck
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PICKSTOCK TELFORD

Further Information

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