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

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                    "description": "Key technical and operational requirements include (but are not limited to): * Operational Hours - The Services must be operational 24/7, 365 days a year, including public holidays. * Dog Types - The Supplier(s) must be capable of handling dogs with various temperaments and complex welfare needs, ensuring safety and proper care. * Location - Kennel facilities should ideally be within a 150-mile radius of Charing Cross Police Station, Agar Street, London, WC2N 4JP, with transportation times minimised to protect animal welfare. * Licensing - The Supplier(s) must have a minimum 3-star award/license from the relevant Local Authority under the Licensing of Activities Involving Animals (England) Regulations 2018. A copy of the licence must be supplied to the Authority. Further information on the legal requirements can be accessed by the links below: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/486/contents/made https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/762431/animal-welfare-licensing-providing-boarding-for-dogs-guidance.pdf * Welfare - The Supplier(s) must provide adequate and secure shelter, food, exercise/enrichment, healthcare, and veterinary treatment must be provided. * Veterinary Care - The Supplier(s) will also be responsible for the health of the dogs whilst in its charge and for ensuring that veterinary care is available at all times of day or night. This must include the ability to transport the animal to a veterinary practice if required. Vehicles to be used for the transportation of dogs for veterinary or other purposes must comply with Section 4 of the Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order. Please see the requirements at the following links: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2006/3260/contents/made * Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - The Supplier(s) should have the necessary personal protective equipment and training for handling aggressive or difficult dogs. * Regular Inspections - The Supplier's facilities must be inspected regularly to ensure compliance with all requirements, including those related to veterinary care, kennel construction, and dog handling equipment. 1.8 Key Legal and Compliance Requirements All Supplier(s) must comply with relevant legislation and regulations, including (but not limited to): * Licensing of Activities Involving Animals (England) Regulations 2018; * Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order; and * Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013. The Supplier(s) will also be required to maintain accurate records of all dogs in their care and provide regular reports to the Authority. Please note that the Authority reserves the right to amend and/or refine these requirements as necessary throughout this procurement procedure by written notice to Tenderers. A full specification of the required Services will be shared with successful Candidates as part of the Invitation to Tender.",
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