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title: "APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)"
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# APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)

Buyer: DEFRA COMMERCIAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2abc87d5-c8bb-4d1d-b1be-dda92ba4010b

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## Summary

Defra Commercial is seeking a Veterinary Director (SCS 1) under the executive services category (CPV: 75111100). Located at 17 Smith Square, London, this tender process has seen its award stage completed with key dates including the end of the tender period on 3 January 2025 and the contract period extending from 3 February 2025 to 28 February 2026. The procurement method was a direct single tender action, detailed for below-threshold procurements, aimed to fulfil a specific need.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and organisations in the veterinary and executive services sectors. With a contract valued at £35,000, businesses equipped to deliver high-level veterinary direction could benefit substantially. The award was granted to Saxton, indicating that companies specialising in professional and leadership services are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. The widespread delivery addresses, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, and Europe, highlight potential for broader business reach and market expansion.

## Notice

APHA - Veterinary Director (SCS 1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ff5543-08c6-4bb6-b22f-4ef8f4f095f7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA COMMERCIAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAXTON |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75111100 - Executive services

## Release History

- 4 Apr 2025 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ff5543-08c6-4bb6-b22f-4ef8f4f095f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78ff5543-08c6-4bb6-b22f-4ef8f4f095f7
  4th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b8c1e6a-189b-4d21-a90d-f62414e1b0f6
  RM6290-Framework-Schedule-6-Short-Order-Form-for-Direct-Award-10-1 (1) (002)_Redacted

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