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17 Jul 2026 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, conducted by Surrey County Council, involves an "Abattoir Feasibility Study" aimed at ensuring sustainable abattoir capacity in the Southeast UK region, including Kent, East and West Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight. The process has progressed to the award stage, with the contract being signed on 7 July 2026 and active until 9 October 2026, offering a potential extension until 23 October 2026 under exceptional circumstances. The procurement method employed was limited competition, reflecting a below-threshold contract. Services related to this process fall under research and development consultancy, and the supplier awarded is The Andersons Centre LLP, a small to medium enterprise (SME) based in Melton Mowbray.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses involved in research and consultancy services focused on environmental sustainability and local economic development. It is particularly suited for SMEs that possess expertise in development and strategic planning within the agri-food sector. Businesses aiming to forge pathways into public sector procurement with a focus on transforming industry capabilities, particularly those capable of innovating within the retail and hospitality sectors concerning red meat markets, would find this contract promising for growth. Understanding the dynamics of regional industry requirements can enable such companies to leverage their tactical knowledge and secure future engagements for similar feasibilities studies.

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Notice Title

Abattoir Feasibility Study

Notice Description

To undertake a feasibility study to examine how to ensure there is a sufficient and sustainable abattoir capacity across the Southeast (Kent, East and West Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight). With an overall focus on developing the business case to support investment into the industry and focusing on opportunities, not challenges, in the direct to retail / hospitality red meat market including the wider contribution to the economy and a vibrant, environmentally sustainable countryside.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce33
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067952-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,700 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 9 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
REIGATE
Postcode
RH2 8EF
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ26 East Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Reigate and Banstead
Electoral Ward
South Park & Woodhatch
Westminster Constituency
Reigate

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ANDERSONS CENTRE

Further Information

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