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Tender

17 Jul 2026 at 09:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland is inviting tenders for the provision of on-farm veterinary biosecurity advice to cattle farms. This open procedure, categorised under veterinary and technical testing services, aims to enhance animal health by addressing the spread of bovine tuberculosis (bTB). Located in Belfast, the procurement is facilitated by CPD - Supplies & Services Division. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 11th August 2026, with an anticipated contract award by 1st September 2026. The contract is valued at up to £1,900,000, with work scheduled to commence on 1st October 2026 and potentially extending until 30th September 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in veterinary services and technical consultancy to partner with DAERA. The focus on improving biosecurity practices on farms offers growth prospects for companies experienced in livestock health management and consultancy services. Businesses with a strong record in delivering quality veterinary services and an ability to engage with farmers to promote behavioural change will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. The procurement process will be competitive, rewarding service delivery quality, company experience, and value for money, paving the way for sustained business development in the Northern Ireland region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

DAERA-VSAHG-On-Farm Bovine TB Biosecurity Advice

Notice Description

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is responsible for food, farming, environmental, fisheries, forestry and sustainability policy and the development of the rural sector in Northern Ireland. As part of its commitment to improving animal health and eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB), DAERA is seeking to procure a service provider to deliver on-farm veterinary biosecurity advice to cattle farms across Northern Ireland. The purpose of this work is for veterinarians to identify systematically, in collaboration with the farmer, the key factors contributing to disease entry, persistence and spread within individual farm enterprises, and to generate clear, targeted farm specific biosecurity actions that directly address the risks identified. This work shall also support and encourage positive behavioural change by engaging farmers in the assessment process, increasing understanding of disease risks, and promoting the sustained adoption of improved biosecurity practices. The bTB biosecurity advice programme is a voluntary scheme for farmers, the Supplier must promote and provide an accessible and user friendly mechanism, by phone and online, through which farmers can register their interest and request an on-farm visit. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067539-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Additional Buyers

CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

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