Tender

Provision of Groom Support

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

14 May 2026 at 12:22

Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 13:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently seeking tenders for the "Provision of Groom Support," as part of its initiative to enhance the capacities of Military Working Horses across several locations in the United Kingdom. This tender, classified under the services category, is being procured through an open procedure and involves equine husbandry, training, veterinary, farrier support, and other related services. With an overall contract value of £4,404,000, divided into various lots, the procurement covers key locations including Hyde Park Barracks in London, Combermere Barracks in Windsor, the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, King George VI Lines in Woolwich, and Remount Barracks in Melton Mowbray. The procurement stage is currently at the tender phase, with potential applicants having until 15th June 2026 to submit their bids. The enquiry period closes on 29th May 2026, and the proposed contract start date is 15th July 2026. The procurement is covered under the GPA and allows for electronic submissions in English.

For businesses involved in equine services or training, this tender offers significant opportunities for growth by partnering with the Ministry of Defence. The multi-site requirement suggests the need for robust operations that can deliver consistent quality across diverse locations. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, as suitability criteria explicitly mention these business types. The contract's evaluation criteria emphasise quality through a Value for Money index, rewarding those able to demonstrate superior service for cost efficiency. Companies experienced in equine care, military services support, and those capable of meeting the rigorous ceremonial and operational readiness required by military units would find this an excellent fit for their expertise. Such a contract could provide a stable and prestigious partnership with a central government authority, enhancing reputation and credibility in both the public and private sectors.

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Notice Title

Provision of Groom Support

Notice Description

The Army requires additional specialist equine staff to ensure the safe, sustainable, and effective delivery of Military Working Horses outputs across five locations (Hyde Park Barracks (HPB), London; Combermere Barracks, Windsor; Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS), Sandhurst; King George VI Lines, Woolwich; Remount Barracks, Melton Mowbray) The Contractor shall deliver 7 days per week, comprehensive equine husbandry, training and exercise, veterinary and farrier support, ceremonial readiness, transport and travelling groom duties, equipment care, records and reporting, liaison and surge cover, and multi site availability for Military Working Horses.

Lot Information

Defence Animal Training Regiment (DATR)

Remount Barracks, Melton Mowbray - see Statement of Requirement for full description.

The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment (HCMR)

Hyde Park Barracks (HPB), London - see Statement of Requirement for full description.

The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS)

Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst (RMAS) - see Statement of Requirement for full description.

The Household Cavalry Training Wing (HCTW)

Combermere Barracks, Windsor - see Statement of Requirement for full description.

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery (KTRHA)

King George VI Lines, Woolwich - see Statement of Requirement for full description.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06665f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044354-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

03322300 - Horses

80513000 - Horse riding school services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,670,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,669,998 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ANDOVER
Postcode
SP11 8HT
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire, TLI London, TLJ11 Berkshire

Local Authority
Test Valley
Electoral Ward
Andover Millway
Westminster Constituency
North West Hampshire

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