--- title: "Detection Dogs Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS" published: "2021-09-14" --- # Detection Dogs Services Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-18e0aaba-6f30-42d6-84b1-7de53845baaa.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) seeking suppliers for Detection Dogs Services to mitigate the challenges associated with illicit goods in the UK. This open tender, classified under the CPV code for dog training services, was awarded on 31 August 2021, with a contract value of £84,575.50. The service provision period runs from 31 August 2021 to 30 August 2023. The tender was published on 14 September 2021, marking the completion of its evaluation phase. This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector organisations (VCSEs) that specialise in animal training and security services. Companies that possess expertise in training detection dogs and handlers as well as those capable of ensuring the welfare and effectiveness of the animals involved are particularly well-suited for such opportunities. The successful contractor will not only be contributing to public safety but can also potentially expand their service offerings within the growing sector of security and compliance services. ## Notice The Authority (HMRC) is required to tackle the threat posed by the movement, storage, distribution and sale of illicit goods throughout the UK. This is achieved by deploying detection dogs to assist HMRC officers whilst they are inspecting or searching premises and vehicles to identify concealments and storage points of illicit products and the subsequent seizure of any illicit goods discovered. The contractor to provide the requisite number of personnel, dogs and other resources to meet the needs of HMRC for the provision of detection dogs and handlers. The Contractor must ensure that its personnel i.e. handlers are suitably trained to competently perform detection tasks effectively. The Contractor's training programme will cover as a minimum the requirements set out below: *How to diffuse aggressive behaviour *The application of UK Human Rights, Children's Legislation and cultural diversity and racial awareness *Health and Safety *Security Awareness *First Aid *Fire Safety *Care and welfare of the dog *First Aid for Dogs *Hygiene of kennels and grooming of dogs *Training in handling a working dog; this must be praise and reward based and must not be compulsion-based. *Training of handler & dog to detect goods hidden in premises and vehicles. *A HMRC Officer shall be permitted to evaluate, monitor and review the Contractor's training programmes and practices; as requested by the Authority. The contractor must have immediate access to the appropriate number of handler(s) and dog(s) which are fit and effective whilst having regard for the welfare and well-being of the dog(s) under his/her control. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fac46b4-add0-4469-850b-bc97ee354a0a | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 30 Aug 2021 | | Contract period | 30 Aug 2021 - 30 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £84,575 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £84,575 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS | | Locality | SALFORD | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M60 9LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Salford | | Electoral ward | Ordsall | | Westminster constituency | Salford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ACCTED | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80512000 - Dog training services ## Release History - 14 Sep 2021 at 12:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fac46b4-add0-4469-850b-bc97ee354a0a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fac46b4-add0-4469-850b-bc97ee354a0a 14th September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e1fae8f7-9729-400f-b50d-3ce35c2d80ec - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=625940653 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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