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SBC - 039154 - Stray Dogs Collection and Kennelling Service Tender

SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 Jul 2026 at 15:14

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Slough Borough Council, titled "SBC - 039154 - Stray Dogs Collection and Kennelling Service Tender," is currently at the tender stage. This process, classified under the services main procurement category and relating to dog kennel services, is an open procedure aimed at contracting a comprehensive stray dog collection and kennelling service across the borough. The documents were made available from 15th July 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 31st July 2026, and the deadline for submissions is 12th August 2026. The contract award is expected by 5th October 2026, and services are set to commence on 26th October 2026. Slough, located in the United Kingdom, is the specified location for this tender opportunity.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the animal care industry, particularly those specialising in animal control and kennelling services. The open procurement process provides an even playing field, allowing for a variety of business sizes to participate. Given the substantial three-year contract period, with potential renewal options, this opportunity could offer long-term benefits and stability for businesses that excel in providing quality and cost-effective solutions. Companies capable of delivering high standards in animal management and logistics will find this tender particularly attractive, especially those seeking to expand their service offerings within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SBC - 039154 - Stray Dogs Collection and Kennelling Service Tender

Notice Description

From the Commencement Date, the Contractor shall establish and operate a comprehensive stray dog collection, transportation, kennelling, care and outcome management service across the borough, in accordance with this specification and all applicable legislation and guidance, and having regard to the principles of best value.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066919-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2026 - 26 Oct 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SLOUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SLOUGH
Postcode
SL1 2EL
Post Town
Slough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Slough
Electoral Ward
Herschel Park
Westminster Constituency
Slough

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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