Planning

The Collections and Boarding of Banned Breeds, Dangerous and Seized Dogs, Including Destruction of Dogs

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Planning

23 Apr 2026 at 09:08

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, acting as the buyer, is in the planning stage of a procurement process concerning the collection and boarding of banned breeds, dangerous dogs, and seized dogs including their destruction. The procurement falls under the services category, with a focus on dog kennel services (CPV 98380000), and is situated in the UKE3 region. This initiative represents a key opportunity for businesses in the South Yorkshire area, specifically targeting the requirements established by South Yorkshire Police. The pre-market engagement phase is currently underway, with the relevant document scheduled to be accessible until 30th April 2026. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2030.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in canine care and management, and services related to the handling of dangerous animals. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its nature and scope. The early engagement phase of this procurement process allows potential suppliers to provide input and participate in shaping the contract requirements, ensuring the eventual tender is feasible and aligned with current industry standards. Interested parties are encouraged to register on the provided portal to gain further insights and ensure they can competitively participate in the forthcoming procurement stages.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Collections and Boarding of Banned Breeds, Dangerous and Seized Dogs, Including Destruction of Dogs

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Police is currently in the early stages of developing the requirements for a contract covering the Collection and Boarding of Banned Breeds, Dangerous Dogs and Seized Dogs, including the Destruction of Dogs. As part of this work, we are engaging with the market at an early stage to gather insight from potential suppliers. This will help us shape the most appropriate contractual approach and ensure that any future tender is practical, well structured and attractive to the market. Please note that this activity does not constitute an invitation to tender and is not a request for formal expressions of interest. Instead, this market engagement aims to gather insights from suppliers to understand market capacity, gauge interest, and ensure that the planned procurement is feasible and aligned with current industry capabilities.

Planning Information

The pre market engagement document can be found on https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home Information regarding how to register can be found on the portal. Should you have any difficulties or require further help support is available as follows:  By Email: support@in-tend.co.uk  By Telephone: 0114 407 0065 during office hours ONLY (08.30 to 17.00)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06893f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036922-2026
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 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 YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2BQ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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