Stray Dogs & Kennelling Service (2026-2029)

FENLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

26 May 2026 at 12:55

Award

22 May 2026 at 07:35

Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 16:33

Summary of the contracting process

Fenland District Council, based in March, UK, has completed the procurement process for the "Stray Dogs & Kennelling Service" spanning from 2026 to 2029, with potential extensions to 2031. The contract, identified under code CWM260526, involves services related to stray dog capture, collection, reception, kennelling, and disposal rehoming. The procurement method utilized was an "open" competition for contracts below the threshold, ensuring a fair tendering environment. The award was finalized on 26 May 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 1 June 2026. Fenland Stray Dogs Service (FSDS) was awarded the contract, highlighting an active procurement status for dog kennel services within the UKH region.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in dog kennel services, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive stray dog management services. Given the procurement's sub-central government nature, it opens the door to collaborations with public authorities, ensuring steady business through long-term service contracts. Business entities with capabilities in animal care, management, and service expansion within the UK territories would find this contract particularly attractive, allowing them to leverage public sector partnerships to enhance service delivery and reputation.

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Notice Title

Stray Dogs & Kennelling Service (2026-2029)

Notice Description

Stray Dog Capture, Collection, Reception, Kennelling and Disposal Rehoming Services for Fenland District Council. (The Council). Contract Term 2026 - 2029 with 1 + 1 option to 2031

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Two 12 month extensions until 31st May 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061263
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048802-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£168,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FENLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MARCH
Postcode
PE15 8NQ
Post Town
Peterborough
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
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Fenland
Electoral Ward
March North
Westminster Constituency
North East Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FENLAND STRAY DOGS SERVICE (FSDS

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