Tender

Supply of Boarding and Kennelling of Seized Dogs to the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

20 Oct 2024 at 11:15

Tender

30 Sep 2024 at 15:14

Planning

05 Jul 2024 at 22:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is tendering for the supply of boarding and kennelling services for seized dogs. This procurement process aims to establish a framework agreement with capable suppliers for an initial term of four years, starting from 1 April 2025. The contract covers three key lots: Retained Kennels, Framework Kennels, and Welfare Kennels. The procurement is in the tender stage, with key dates including the tender period ending on 30 October 2024 and the invitation date for the next stage on 22 November 2024. The services are classified under the "Dog kennel services" industry category and will be provided within the UK region, specifically within a 150-mile radius of Charing Cross Police Station, London.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in dog kennel services to expand their operations. The contract value is approximately £16.2 million, and suppliers must be equipped to handle various dog temperaments and welfare needs, ensuring 24/7 operational capability throughout the year. Suitable businesses include those with well-established kennel facilities, relevant licensing, and experience in providing comprehensive animal care, including veterinary services. This competitive procedure with negotiation is ideal for suppliers who can meet stringent operational and legal requirements and are keen to enhance their capacity through investment and compliance with the outlined criteria.

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Notice Title

Supply of Boarding and Kennelling of Seized Dogs to the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)

Notice Description

The Authority is tendering for the supply of the Boarding and Kennelling of Seized Dogs (the "Services"). The Authority is seeking through this tendering process to set up a supply framework with a suitably capable Supplier(s) to provide these Services for an initial term of 48 months, effective from 01/04/2025. It is the intention of the Authority to enter into a Framework Agreement with one or more Supplier(s) under the following Lots. Lot 1: Retained Kennels Lot 2: Framework Kennels Lot 3: Welfare Kennels

Lot Information

Retained Kennels

Contract Charges for kennels reserved for Authority use only. Where the Authority enters into a contract for Retained Kennels, the Supplier will be expected to invest in the expansion and/or upgrade of kennel facilities.

Options: The contract may be extended subject to circumstance at the time.

Renewal: The services shall be re-tendered upon natural expiry of contract unless terminated earlier or the contract is required to be extended by time and value to ensure continuation of service provision whilst a re-tender programme is underway.

Framework Kennels

Contract Charges for the ad hoc purchase of Kennelling Services, excluding Welfare Kennels (subject to availability).

Options: The contract may be extended subject to circumstance at the time.

Renewal: The services shall be re-tendered upon natural expiry of contract unless terminated earlier or the contract is required to be extended by time and value to ensure continuation of service provision whilst a re-tender programme is underway.

Welfare Kennels

Contract Charges for the ad hoc purchase of Kennelling Services specifically for dogs seized on welfare grounds.

Options: The contract may be extended subject to circumstance at the time.

Renewal: The services shall be re-tendered upon natural expiry of contract unless terminated earlier or the contract is required to be extended by time and value to ensure continuation of service provision whilst a re-tender programme is underway.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-047b61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033874-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£16,200,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Ria Oxford
Contact Email
ria.l.oxford@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2JL
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)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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