CONTRACT FOR OUTSOURCING THE STRAY DOG COLLECTION AND KENNELLING SERVICE ON BEHALF OF STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

03 Jul 2026 at 17:46

Award

22 May 2026 at 16:52

Tender

19 Feb 2026 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for outsourcing the stray dog collection and kennelling service by Stafford Borough Council has reached the award and contract stages as of the latest update dated 3rd July 2026. The contract aims to ensure the effective collection, management, and care of stray dogs within the Stafford Borough and Cannock Chase District Council boundaries. This procurement is classified under dog kennel services and other related services, and is managed through an open procedure. Key stakeholders include Staffordshire County Council and NOAH'S ARK ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD, with the latter awarded the contract. The contract period spans from 15th June 2026 to 31st March 2029, with options to extend annually until 31st March 2031.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses in the animal care and environmental service sectors, particularly those specialising in animal management and welfare. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), similar to the successful bidder NOAH'S ARK ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LTD, could have significant competitive advantages due to the niche nature of the services required. The open procurement method could appeal to businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts, ensuring that services like these are performed efficiently and align with legal obligations. Given the regional scope across multiple districts within the UK, it also offers the chance to enhance business presence in these areas while contributing to community welfare initiatives.

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Notice Title

CONTRACT FOR OUTSOURCING THE STRAY DOG COLLECTION AND KENNELLING SERVICE ON BEHALF OF STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

Notice Description

SBC wishes to procure a new contract provision to provide the effective collection, management, and care of stray dogs within Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase District Council boundaries. The service will be responsible for responding to reports of stray dogs, capturing and transporting them to a secure facility and ensuring their welfare. Local authorities have a statutory duty under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and The Environmental Protection (Stray dogs) Regulations 1992 to provide services for the effective and efficient seizure, collection, kennelling and re-homing of stray dogs within their boroughs.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31st March 2029 (with two one year options to extend (1+1) until 31st March 2031

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065816
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063014-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98380000 - Dog kennel services

98390000 - Other services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£340,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£244,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£244,800 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY 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
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 3AQ
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOAH`S ARK ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

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