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Agreement for the provision of stray dog collection and kennelling services

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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17 Mar 2026 at 15:23

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Somerset Council focuses on the "Agreement for the provision of stray dog collection and kennelling services" in Taunton, United Kingdom, under the services industry category. The contract, entered into with St Giles Animal Centre Ltd, outlines services including the collection, transport, and temporary kennelling of stray dogs, with additional measures for welfare and owner reunification. This procurement was directly awarded without competition under a below threshold procedure, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. The Council's role as the buyer highlights their involvement in sub-central government activities, ensuring compliance with the legal basis defined by the UKPGA 2023/54.

The tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in dog kennel services, as specified by the CPV classification "98380000". This project is particularly suitable for small to medium enterprises with capacities for animal care and transportation. St Giles Animal Centre Ltd, an SME itself, exemplifies a viable supplier in this context, showcasing capabilities in maintaining high standards of animal welfare and logistical efficiency. Businesses with expertise in animal identification, record-keeping, and support for owner reunification will find this contract aligns with their operational strengths, providing an avenue to expand their service reach within the designated regional area of UKK23.

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Notice Title

Agreement for the provision of stray dog collection and kennelling services

Notice Description

provision of collection, transport and temporary kennelling of stray dogs, ensuring welfare, identification, record keeping, owner reunification support

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066c84
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024182-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ST GILES ANIMAL CENTRE

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