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title: "Provision of Livestock Feed for Pigs"
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# Provision of Livestock Feed for Pigs

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-47f00a2e-b143-4870-90f5-91b88e1c593e

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is seeking a sole supplier for the provision of pig feed to its National Pig Centre in Tadcaster, West Yorkshire. This contracting process, currently in the tender stage, falls under the "Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals" industry category. The centre requires custom nutrition solutions for both outdoor breeding sows and an indoor commercial herd. The contract, estimated at 4,200 tonnes per year with a total value of £5,500,000, is planned to start on 1st November 2025 and run until 31st October 2027. The deadline for tender submission is 31st March 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in animal nutrition and feed production. Companies with expertise in tailoring feed formulations and maintaining stringent biosecurity and sustainability standards are well-suited to compete. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, given the emphasis on flexibility and adherence to high-quality standards. Winning this contract could provide substantial business growth, showcasing expertise in a nationally recognized research facility.

## Notice

The University of Leeds seeks a sole supplier for the provision of pig feed to its National Pig Centre based in Tadcaster, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The centre operates state-of-the-art facilities and requires tailored nutrition for its herds, including outdoor breeding sows and an indoor commercial herd, with feed quantities varying due to research trials. The contract demands reliable delivery, flexibility to adjust feed formulations, access to expert nutritionists, and adherence to strict biosecurity and sustainability standards. Estimated at 4200 tonnes per year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db12bd3a-713a-4149-bf40-6de1f142e41a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,500,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15710000 - Prepared animal feeds for farm and other animals

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db12bd3a-713a-4149-bf40-6de1f142e41a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/db12bd3a-713a-4149-bf40-6de1f142e41a
  20th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=927778759
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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