Tender

Vet Services for Police Scotland Dog Unit

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Tender

20 Apr 2026 at 13:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is inviting tenders for veterinary services for their Dog Units located in Glasgow, Glenrothes, and Cairnryan. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically veterinary services, with the process currently in the tender stage. Business entities have until 22 May 2026 at 12:00 PM BST to submit their electronic bids via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The open procedure allows the bidding to be done solely in English, ensuring transparency and competitiveness in the submission process. Successful applicants may have the opportunity to extend the contract by an additional 12 months after the initial contract period of 1,440 days.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for veterinary service providers wishing to expand their operations into public sector contracts. With a focus on quality (60%) and cost (40%) as award criteria, businesses with expertise in veterinary services and capable of operating within a competitive pricing model are likely to be ideal candidates. The framework agreement permits up to five participants, enabling a collaborative platform for providers to deliver quality services. Establishing a relationship with the Scottish Police Authority could further enhance business reputation and open doors to future contracts within public safety sectors.

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Notice Title

Vet Services for Police Scotland Dog Unit

Notice Description

Vet Services for Police Scotland Dog Unit in Glasgow, Glenrothes and Cairnryan.

Lot Information

Vet Services - Glasgow

Provision of vet services within 25 miles of location of Police Scotland Glasgow Dog Unit (G43 1AT)

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension available (3+1)

Vet Services - Glenrothes

Vet Services for Police Scotland Dog Unit - to be located within 25 miles of the Glenrothes Dog Unit (KY6 2RJ)

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension available (3+1)

Vet Services - Cairnryan

Provision of vet services within 25 miles of location of Police Scotland Cairnryan Dog Unit (DG9 8RG)

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension available (3+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06865d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035654-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G40 4EH
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife, TLM8 West Central Scotland, TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

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