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BADGER FOUND DEAD AND ANY OTHER WILDLIFE SPECIES C179/2025/2026

Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Jan 2026 at 09:06

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

09 Jan 2026 at 12:34

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

02 Oct 2025 at 15:21

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement process by the Welsh Government, titled "Badger Found Dead and other Wildlife Species C179/2025/2026," involves a contract awarded on 22 January 2026, with a start date of 2 February 2026, and a completion date of 1 February 2028. This procurement, conducted using a competitive flexible procedure, addresses services concerning post mortem examinations of deceased wildlife, including badgers, to assess Mycobacterium bovis infections. The industry categories involved are veterinary services, blood analysis, training, and wildlife preservation, centred in the United Kingdom, particularly in Cardiff and Aberystwyth. The contract, covering up to four years with possible extensions, was awarded to Aberystwyth Animal Health Laboratory Ltd, highlighting its specific expertise in this domain.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth for those in the veterinary, research, or wildlife conservation sectors. Companies specializing in veterinary services, scientific analysis, or possessing robust capabilities in wildlife management and public engagement stand to benefit greatly. The ability to deliver comprehensive managed services, including logistical arrangements, post mortem analysis, and molecular and histological studies, will be crucial for success. This contract can enhance a business's profile, foster government partnerships, and influence vital wildlife health policies, ultimately supporting the bidding organisation's strategic objectives and market positioning.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BADGER FOUND DEAD AND ANY OTHER WILDLIFE SPECIES C179/2025/2026

Notice Description

The Welsh Government have awarded a 2 year with an optional extension period of an additional one plus one year to be determined by the client (a maximum contract period of 4 years including the optional extension period), for the Badger Found Dead and any other Wildlife Species Contract. The successful Bidder will provide a fully managed service delivery to undertake all activities relating to this Contract- Collect, arrange transportation and undertake a post mortem of badgers found dead and other wildlife species as required. The Bidder must also promote this service to the public and the farming industry throughout the contract duration. The aim and objective of this service is to provide information on the prevalence of Mycobacterium bovis (M.bovis) infection in badgers by means of a post mortem examination and submission of samples for culture, molecular typing and histological examination. This data and analysis will provide vital information on the prevalence of (M bovis) infection in badgers and on genotypes present. The results of the contract will be used to investigate the relationship between (M.bovis) infection in badgers and cattle and will assist in the formulation of policy at both local and national levels. It will also add to epidemiological reporting and provide evidence to case vets.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: An optional extension period of an additional one plus one year to be determined by the client (a maximum contract period of 4 years including the optional extension period 1+1 max 2 year extension).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a718
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005568-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

85111810 - Blood analysis services

85111820 - Bacteriological analysis services

85200000 - Veterinary services

92534000 - Wildlife preservation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£880,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£880,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£876,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£876,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF10 3NQ
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Cathays
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff South and Penarth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABERYSTWYTH ANIMAL HEALTH LABORATORY LTD

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