Tender

Provision of an Inspection Service in respect of Animal Health and Welfare

CITY OF YORK COUNCIL

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15 Apr 2020 at 12:32

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07 Apr 2020 at 14:05

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06 Mar 2020 at 15:01

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of York Council is seeking submissions for the "Provision of an Inspection Service in respect of Animal Health and Welfare". This procurement falls under the health and social work services category and is located in York, Yorkshire and the Humber. The current stage of the procurement is in the tender phase, which is set to close on 24 April 2020. The total contract value is £275,000, and the contract period is scheduled from 18 May 2020 to 17 May 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, indicating that any qualified supplier may submit a bid.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in animal health, veterinary services, and agricultural inspections. Companies that have experience in compliance with animal welfare regulations and veterinary standards would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, fostering growth within this sector while contributing to the maintenance of animal health and welfare standards in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of an Inspection Service in respect of Animal Health and Welfare

Notice Description

York is a historic city surrounded by countryside and many farms (including small holdings). York also has a thriving animal market, an abattoir and a large animal feed manufacturer. As part of the Council's statutory duties it is required to help ensure there are high standards of animal health and welfare at these premises, and that measures to protect the spread of animal disease are in place. The Council also need to ensure that feed standards are maintained all to ensure that consumers have confidence in their food from 'farm to fork'. In order to achieve the above the Council is required: * To inspect farms, markets, abattoirs and other premises, as required, at a frequency consistent with Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) Animal Health and Welfare Framework, the Feed Law Code of Practice and the National Trading Standards (NTS) delivery programme. Inspections include taking samples of feed where appropriate. * To check the welfare of animals during transportation. * To use national databases to monitor the movement of animals and ensure compliance with the rules to help prevent disease outbreak. * To provide advice to farmers etc. as necessary. * To respond to and investigate all complaints of non-compliance including allegations of animal cruelty and illegal disposal of animal by products all in accordance with the the Council Enforcement Policy. * To respond quickly and effectively to reports of disease outbreaks and other emergencies and incidents, working closely with DEFRA, other local authorities, North Yorkshire Police and other agencies such as the RSPCA as required. * To participate in animal disease and other emergency planning exercises. All of these responsibilities are the object of this Animal Health contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fcbc982-cc60-47d7-8cb5-2d61302a2244
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£275,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2020 - 17 May 2023 2-3 years
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
CITY OF YORK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Post Town
York
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Further Information

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