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title: "Equine Forage"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY - GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE"
published: "2019-11-01"
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# Equine Forage

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY - GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2a7ac1e5-bc76-4396-b36d-06fb744d08a5

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority - Greater Manchester Police is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for a contract titled "Equine Forage". This procurement focuses on the supply and delivery of various types of forage including hay, haylage, and spring barley straw, essential for the diet of their approximately 20 horses based at the Hough End Centre in South Manchester. The tender was published on 1st November 2019, with the closing date set for 29th November 2019. The estimated contract value ranges from £100,000 to £110,000 and falls under the goods category with a specific classification of straw and forage (CPV code 03114000).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the agricultural sector, particularly those specialising in the supply of animal feed and related goods. Companies that can provide high-quality forage products and demonstrate logistical capabilities for timely delivery would be well-suited to participate. With the emphasis on sustaining the welfare and performance of police horses, businesses that understand the specific dietary needs of equines and can offer tailored solutions may find a competitive edge in fulfilling this contract.

## Notice

GMP are seeking to award a contract for the supply and delivery of Equine Forage, including hay, haylage and spring barley straw. The Mounted Unit of GMP has an establishment of approximately 20 horses, stabled at the Hough End Centre in South Manchester. The unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and the horses are required to work a variety of shifts. On average, the horses work undersaddle 2-4 hours a day, 6 days a week, mainly walking on roads. They are predominantly hunter types and stand between 16.2hh and 17.3hh. The diet of the horses is roughage based, consisting of haylage, alfalfa and a balancer. They are predominantly stabled on rubber mats with a shallow layer of bedding, which is currently chopped rape straw, and with minimal access to turnout.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1920cd9b-f7c0-4903-bd69-5a53c4fe0d29 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY - GREATER MANCHESTER POLICE |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M11 2NS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Clayton & Openshaw |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03114000 - Straw and forage
- 03114200 - Forage

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2019 at 14:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1920cd9b-f7c0-4903-bd69-5a53c4fe0d29

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1920cd9b-f7c0-4903-bd69-5a53c4fe0d29
  1st November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=30648&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/35572
  User / Company

## Provenance

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