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Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent and Essex

7 Forces Commercial Services

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20 Jun 2022 at 15:42

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19 May 2022 at 16:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by 7 Forces Commercial Services focuses on the recovery of stray, loose, and abandoned horses in Kent and Essex. The tender, titled "Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent and Essex," falls under the special-purpose road passenger-transport services category and is currently in the active tender stage. The deadline for responses has been extended to 27 June 2022, while the contract period commences on 1 November 2022 and lasts until 31 October 2027. Interested suppliers should submit their proposals electronically or in writing for two specific lots, one for Kent and another for Essex.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in animal recovery, transport, and welfare services, particularly those with experience handling equine matters. Companies with knowledge in veterinary care, transport logistics, and secure holding solutions for horses will be well-positioned to compete effectively. Moreover, as the engagement may involve additional services for the wellbeing of the horses, firms that can demonstrate technical proficiency and economic viability are encouraged to participate.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent and Essex

Notice Description

Kent Police and Essex Police is seeking to contract with an experienced horse recovery expert to assist the Force in recovering horses found loose on the public highway. The recovered horses will need to be transported to a secure location and where possible returned to their owners, should the owner be identified. Once detained by the Contractor, the horse shall only be the responsibility of the Authority for a maximum of 21 days, within which time attempts will be made to identify the owner of the horse. Where the horse's owner cannot be found, the Authority will only be liable for the costs of medical or other services that are necessary for the horse's wellbeing within the initial 21-day (maximum) period. After the initial 21-day period has lapsed, the ownership of the horse shall be transferred to the contractor and all incumbent fees associated with it shall be at the cost of the Contractor.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Kent - Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent

Kent Police is seeking to contract with an experienced horse recovery expert to assist the Force in recovering horses found loose on the public highway. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: Subject to utilising extension period available

Lot 2 - Essex - Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Essex

Essex Police is seeking to contract with an experienced horse recovery expert to assist the Force in recovering horses found loose on the public highway. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: Subject to utilising extension period available

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-033b6e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016844-2022
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34223320 - Horsebox trailers

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£717,250 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£717,250 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2022 - 31 Oct 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
7 Forces Commercial Services
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP5 3QS
Postcode Area
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Martlesham & Purdis Farm
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

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