Planning

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Planning

11 Aug 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is currently in the planning stage of procuring services for the provision of veterinary services to its dog unit. This tender focuses on regions including Inverness, Aberdeen, Dundee, Larbert, and Edinburgh. The procurement falls under the category of "services", specifically within the public order and safety industry, with a CPV classification of 85200000. The planned procurement process is set to commence, with the provision of information expected on 25 August 2025. The procurement method adheres to the legal basis defined by CELEX ID 32014L0024 and is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). The announcement was made on 11 August 2025, and interested businesses are encouraged to prepare for the forthcoming stages of the process.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for firms specialising in veterinary services. Companies capable of extending their operations into multiple specified Scottish regions could benefit greatly from this contract. This opportunity is advantageous for businesses that provide comprehensive veterinary care and can ensure high standards of service crucial for the safety and health of police dogs. Additionally, enterprises with an ability to cater to public sector requirements and who seek to establish or expand their public sector portfolios will find this tender particularly suited to their goals. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses an opportunity to strengthen their presence in the public service domain while contributing to the essential functions of public order safety.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit

Notice Description

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit. The service is required in the following regions:- Inverness Aberdeen Dundee Larbert Edinburgh

Lot Information

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Aberdeen area.

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Inverness area.

Dundee

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Dundee area.

Larbert

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Larbert/Stirling area.

Edinburgh

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000806846
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536762
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85200000 - Veterinary services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
25 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementtenders@scotland.police.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786895668

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey, TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM76 Falkirk
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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