Tender

Provision of Stray Dog Kennelling and Rehoming Services

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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Tender

04 Jun 2026 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking to procure services for the provision of stray dog kennelling and rehoming within the former Barrow Borough area. The tender is currently in the 'active' stage, with an emphasis on services relating to dog kennelling, classified under the CPV code 98380000. This opportunity involves an open procurement method with a total contract value of £180,000. The tender process, managed through an open competition below the threshold category, is set to accept submissions electronically until 3rd July 2026. Prospective suppliers are encouraged to send any enquiries by 26th June 2026. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2026, lasting until 31st July 2030, with an optional two-year extension.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in animal care services, particularly those focusing on dog care and rehabilitation, including SMEs and VCSEs. The competition is well-suited for organisations that can demonstrate both technical and commercial value, with the evaluation criteria weighing 55% on technical aspects and 45% on commercial aspects. The procurement process is designed to encourage the participation of small to mid-sized enterprises, offering a viable avenue to expand operational reach and capture a share of the regional public service market. The partnership with Westmorland and Furness Council promises stability and potential growth in the public sector service domain.

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Notice Title

Provision of Stray Dog Kennelling and Rehoming Services

Notice Description

Westmorland and Furness Council (the Council) is inviting tenders for the provision of a kennelling and rehoming of stray dog service, to cover the former Barrow Borough geographical area.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: up to 2 year optional extension period if taken.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ae10
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053043-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
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
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 4DQ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD12 East Cumbria

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Strickland and Fell
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Further Information

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