Tender

Dog Kennelling and Stray Collection

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 11:06

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council is seeking tenders for the provision of dog kennelling and stray collection services, with procurement falling under the category of public authority for sub-central government. This process is conducted through an open competition method with the legal basis outlined in legislation 2023/54. The Council aims to fulfil its statutory obligations under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 by contracting suitably qualified providers for two lots: Stray Dog Collection Services and Dog Kennelling Services. The tender period is scheduled to close on 18 August 2025, while enquiries can be submitted until 17 August 2025. The procurement falls under services, and the location specified for delivery is within the United Kingdom region UKH12.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in animal care and related services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as both lots demonstrate suitability for such entities. The contracts are set to commence on 1 September 2025, each with a duration of three years and an option for a one-year extension at the Council's discretion, thereby allowing sustained business growth. The contracts are valued at £24,000 (gross) for stray collection and £57,600 (gross) for dog kennelling. Competitive pricing and quality are pivotal for award success, with a weightage of 40% and 60% assigned respectively, encouraging businesses to showcase their expertise in delivering high-quality services efficiently.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dog Kennelling and Stray Collection

Notice Description

South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC) invites tenders from suitably qualified and experienced providers for the provision of: - Lot 1: Stray Dog Collection Services - Lot 2: Dog Kennelling Services This procurement is to ensure the Council meets its statutory obligations under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and associated legislation regarding the handling of stray dogs.

Lot Information

Stray Dog Collection Services

Stray Dog Collection Services, further information can be found in the ITT

Options: 3 year Contract with the option to extend the Contract by 1 further year at SCDCs discretion.

Renewal: 3 year Contract with the option to extend the Contract by 1 further year at SCDCs discretion.

Dog Kennelling

Dog Kennelling, further information can be found in the ITT

Options: 3 year Contract with the option to extend the Contract by 1 further year at SCDCs discretion.

Renewal: 3 year Contract with the option to extend the Contract by 1 further year at SCDCs discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056482
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042329-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£68,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£68,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 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
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sean.missin@scambs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Cambourne
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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