Tender

CA18031 - ITT 28/2026 - Dog Kennelling Services Newry, Mounre & Down District Council

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 14:18

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is seeking a supplier for the provision of dog kennelling services through an open tender process (ITT 28/2026). This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically classified under dog kennel services, and is intended to serve Newry and potential broader regions including the British Oversea Territories and Channel Islands. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the notice having been published on 10th June 2026, and submissions closing on 25th June 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 3rd August 2026 and conclude on 2nd August 2030. The council is looking for a reliable service provider who can ensure statutory compliance and uphold high standards of animal welfare.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of managing a robust and responsive kennelling service with fluctuating demands. Businesses with experience in maintaining secure and professionally managed facilities dedicated to animal care are particularly suitable to compete. The open nature of the procurement method encourages wide participation, making it an attractive option for capable service providers looking to establish or expand their footprint in public procurement contracts related to animal welfare services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA18031 - ITT 28/2026 - Dog Kennelling Services Newry, Mounre & Down District Council

Notice Description

The Council requires a reliable, resilient and welfare-focused kennelling service that ensures full statutory compliance, protects animal welfare, and provides assurance of continuity of service under all circumstances. The Supplier must demonstrate the ability to deliver a secure, professionally managed facility capable of meeting fluctuating demand while maintaining consistent standards of care, record-keeping and cooperation with Council officers. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18031. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18031 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6a05cfa7-6596-4ac7-a283-85ea0e3d0943
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
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2030 4-5 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
NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWRY
Postcode
BT34 2QU
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newry, Mourne and Down
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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