This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Nov 2025 at 13:46

Award

16 Sep 2025 at 11:37

Tender

06 Aug 2025 at 14:50

Summary of the contracting process

The City of York Council, a sub-central government public authority, conducted an open procurement process for the "Stray Dog Kennelling and Collection Service". This tender, classified under the services industry category for dog kennel services (CPV 98380000), is located in York, United Kingdom. The procurement stages included tender, award, and contracting, with the contracting phase being completed as of 13th November 2025. The contract period commenced on 1st October 2025 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2028. The open procedure allowed for transparent participation, adhering to the legal framework as outlined by the UK Public Procurement Act 2023/54. The awarded contract, with a gross value of £271,980, was signed on 1st October 2025.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in animal care and services, especially those like the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), which was the successful supplier. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) focusing on pet and kennel services are well-suited for such tenders, given their capability to provide specialised services. The winning tenderer will be responsible for the collection and care of stray dogs within York, assisting the local government in upholding animal welfare standards. The structured open procedure used in this tender highlights a commitment to inclusive, fair competition, which can attract a diverse array of businesses equipped to offer high-quality services at competitive prices.

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Notice Title

Stray Dog Kennelling and Collection Service

Notice Description

Stray Dog Kennelling and Collection Service for the City of York Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05829d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073549-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98380000 - Dog kennel services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£253,440 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£253,440 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£226,650 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£226,650 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
2028-08-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City of York Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 6GA
Postcode Area
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE21 York

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Micklegate
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals York, Harrogate And District Branch

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