Tender

STRAY DOGS SEIZURE AND KENNELLING SERVICES

BLABY DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 11:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by Blaby District Council, a sub-central government public authority seeking to procure services under the title "Stray Dogs Seizure and Kennelling Services." This tender falls under the industry category of dog kennel services and is located in the region of UKF22, United Kingdom. Currently in the ‘Tender’ stage, the procurement method is open competition. Key dates include the tender period ending on 5th December 2025, at which point bids must be submitted electronically, and the enquiry period closing on 28th November 2025. The contract will commence on 18th January 2026 and has the potential for extension, aligning with the Council’s discretion and satisfactory supplier performance.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in animal care services, particularly those offering kennel facilities and stray dog management. The contract value is set at £200,000, with an emphasis on quality and competitive pricing in the selection criteria, making it suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. Businesses equipped to provide comprehensive animal welfare services in compliance with various legislative acts will have a competitive edge. The contract offers potential growth through renewable extensions, providing long-term engagement with governmental agencies for qualified suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STRAY DOGS SEIZURE AND KENNELLING SERVICES

Notice Description

The Supplier will provide a stray dog seizure and kennelling service which complies with the Council's statutory responsibilities under, and is otherwise compliant with, applicable laws (including any regulations, orders and other legislation made under such Acts) and all others implemented during the Agreement period (including, without limitation, the following):- * Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 * Environmental Protection Act 1990 * Environmental Protection (Stray Dogs) Regulations 1992 * Road Traffic Act 1988 * Animal Welfare Act 2006 * Antisocial Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 * The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018 The Service shall include:- * All essential receiving, seizing and transport of stray dogs. * Provision of kennelling service for the temporary kennelling of stray dogs seized in the District of Blaby for the statutory period of 7 clear days as set out in the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Provision for a stray dog collection service, between the hours of 09:00-21:00 Monday to Friday, 10:00-21:00 Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two 12 month extensions are available at the Council's discretion and subject to satisfactory performance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dbb3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071578-2025
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, VCSE
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Jan 2026 - 17 Jan 2029 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
BLABY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NARBOROUGH
Postcode
LE19 2EP
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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