Planning

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Planning

11 Aug 2025 at 15:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of veterinary services for Police Scotland's dog units is managed by the Scottish Police Authority. This procurement opportunity is currently in the planning stage and is expected to progress with a future notice date of 25th August 2025. The services are categorized under the CPV code for veterinary services and are required in several regions including Inverness, Aberdeen, Dundee, Larbert, and Edinburgh. This tender is part of the Scottish Police Authority's efforts to ensure the welfare of their canine units and is governed by the legal basis CELEX 32014L0024, following the rules of the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

This tender represents a prospective growth opportunity for businesses specialising in veterinary services. Companies with expertise in veterinary care, experience working with police units, or those located in Scotland could particularly benefit from this engagement. As the service provision covers multiple areas, there is potential for local businesses in regions like Inverness and Edinburgh to collaborate or expand their services. Bidders should be capable of offering comprehensive veterinary support and demonstrate the ability to cater to the specific needs of police dog units, presenting an excellent chance for both established veterinary practices and newcomers aiming to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit

Notice Description

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit. The service is required in the following regions:- Inverness Aberdeen Dundee Larbert Edinburgh

Lot Information

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Aberdeen area.

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Inverness area.

Dundee

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Dundee area.

Larbert

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Larbert/Stirling area.

Edinburgh

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058576
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047761-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementtenders@scotland.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786895668

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey, TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM76 Falkirk

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

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