Planning

PS160,000.00

SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

12 Feb 2026 at 15:11

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Derbyshire District Council is planning a procurement process to secure Dog Kennelling services, with a contract worth £160,000. This process is categorised under the services sector, specifically aimed at providing secure and humane housing for stray dogs. Located in Swadlincote, United Kingdom, the council invites potential suppliers to participate in a Pre-Market Engagement Event scheduled for 2nd March 2026, with responses requested by 13th March 2026. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with details outlined in a Preliminary Market Engagement notice published on 12th February 2026.

This tender offers considerable business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in animal care and welfare, particularly those experienced in managing dog kennelling services. The council seeks a partner capable of maintaining high care standards in line with DEFRA's Code of Practice, providing 24/7 supervision, and supporting rehoming efforts. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, given the suitability requirements of the tender. The procurement will arrange a contract period from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2028, with potential for renewal, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their operations in partnership with a local public authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS160,000.00

Notice Description

South Derbyshire District Council (SDDC) invites quotes from providers for Dog Kennelling services to support our statutory duties under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. SDDC seeks a partner to: - Provide secure and humane housing for stray dogs (approx. 70 per year, range: 50-115). - Ensure care and welfare standards in line with DEFRA's Code of Practice. - Assist with rehoming of unclaimed dogs after 7 days. - Offer 24/7 supervision and emergency protocols. - Support Council officers with regulatory and enforcement duties.

Planning Information

SDDC will be running a Pre-Market Engagement Event via Teams meeting (virtual video call) at 11am on 2nd March 2026. This event will give suppliers a general overview of the specification/requirements of the tender, and give the opportunity for suppliers to voice their opinions and raise any initial queries. Please RSVP to sddcprocurement@v4services.com to receive an invitation to the Teams meeting, stating your name, email addres and the company you represent.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0652f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013018-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@southderbyshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWADLINCOTE
Postcode
DE11 0AH
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
South Derbyshire
Electoral Ward
Swadlincote
Westminster Constituency
South Derbyshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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