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Stray Dogs Kennelling and Collection Service

WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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05 Aug 2025 at 10:30

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07 Jul 2025 at 15:01

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council has concluded the procurement process for the 'Stray Dogs Kennelling and Collection Service'. The contract was directly awarded, transitioning from below to above threshold, necessitating this method. This process, aligning with the legal framework under UK law (2023/54), covers services involving the kennelling and collection of stray dogs across West Northamptonshire. The contract commenced on 4th August 2025 and is set to run until 3rd August 2027, with potential extensions up to two 12-month periods. The supplier contracted for this service is Noah's Ark Environmental Services Ltd, based in Hackleton, UKF24 region, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for large-scale service providers specializing in animal welfare and logistics within the public sector. Firms with capabilities in managing and transporting animals, particularly within the regulatory frameworks, would find this contract beneficial for growth and market positioning. Such a contract ensures steady business for at least two years, with an option for extension, thereby offering financial stability and expansion opportunities into governmental contracts for service-focused enterprises.

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Notice Title

Stray Dogs Kennelling and Collection Service

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council require a provider(s) for the Kennelling and Collection Service of Stray Dogs. Kennelling - require the services of a Contractor to undertake the Kennelling of stray dogs collected within the Council's administrative area of West Northamptonshire. A specified minimum number of kennels will be held on retainer for this purpose with additional kennels made available as required. Collection - requires the services of a Contractor to undertake the collection of dogs found straying within the Council's area and to transport them to holding kennels.

Procurement Information

Advertised as below threshold procurement but due to value we have had to switch to direct award due to the procurement now being above regulation threshold

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055a8e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046050-2025
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£380,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£380,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOAH'S ARK ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

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