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Provision of Passive Bat Surveillance Services (2025 - 2028)

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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23 Jun 2025 at 15:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Animal and Plant Health Agency, a central government public authority based in London, has finalized the procurement process for the Provision of Passive Bat Surveillance Services. The contract, concerning animal husbandry services, will run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2028. The procurement stage has reached the award stage, with the total contract value amounting to £45,000 (gross £54,000 GBP). The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold and without competition, resulting in the completion of the contract with The Bat Conservation Trust as the supplier. The contract was officially signed on 31st March 2025 although an earlier notice incorrectly stated 18th June 2025 as the signing date.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses involved in animal husbandry, particularly those specializing in wildlife conservation and advisory services. The Nature of the contract, which emphasizes bat surveillance and public advice, aligns well with organisations focusing on environmental consultancy and public safety. Companies and entities with expertise in managing wildlife risks, along with large-scale environmental protection services, could find this contract well-suited to their business model and capable of significantly enhancing their growth potential through a sustained contractual relationship with governmental bodies.

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Notice Title

Provision of Passive Bat Surveillance Services (2025 - 2028)

Notice Description

The award of a contract to provide advice to the public for dealing with bats and bat contact incidents, ensuring the public deals safely with bats, taking into account the risk of rabies. Please note: the contract was signed on 18th June 2025 not 31st March 2025 as reported on the notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05520c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034514-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77500000 - Animal husbandry services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202510 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tom.redfearn@defra.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7920053570

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BAT CONSERVATION TRUST

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