Tender

Provision of Farrier Services for Police Scotland Mounted Unit

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

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Tender

13 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking tenders for the provision of farrier services at their Mounted Unit Stables located in Stewarton, falling under the public order and safety category. The procurement process is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions. The current stage is the tendering phase, with the deadline for submission set for 14th May 2026 at noon. This contract, with potential for renewal, spans a contract period of 1080 days and offers options for two 12-month extensions. The procurement is managed by the Scottish Police Authority, based in Glasgow, and encompasses the delivery of services on a weekly basis and at short notice when required.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for companies specialising in farrier services, particularly those registered with the Farriers Registration Council, as such credentials are required. The emphasis on both quality and pricing in the award criteria suggests that businesses capable of delivering technical expertise alongside competitive pricing stand a strong chance of succeeding. Suitable candidates would include farriery firms ready to provide consistent and reliable service, thus facilitating growth and establishing long-term partnerships in a public sector setting. By engaging in this contract, businesses can enhance their profiles, broaden their services footprint in the region, and secure a steady revenue stream through public sector collaboration.

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Notice Title

Provision of Farrier Services for Police Scotland Mounted Unit

Notice Description

Provision of a Farrier Service at the Mounted Unit Stables in Stewarton on a weekly basis and at short notice callout basis as and when required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Farrier Services for Police Scotland Mounted Unit horses on a weekly basis and call out basis as and when required.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions available

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000829061
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553705
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract 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

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77500000 - Animal husbandry services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
March 2031

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G40 4EH
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
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

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