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title: "Border Force Detector Dogs"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5f6d2638-f6a0-492b-a204-f570effdb211"
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buyer: "ATAMIS LTD"
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# Border Force Detector Dogs

Buyer: ATAMIS LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f6d2638-f6a0-492b-a204-f570effdb211

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "Border Force Detector Dogs" project, managed by ATAMIS LTD, located in Folkestone, UK. This contract falls under the category of dog training services and is classified as a direct procurement method through a single tender action below the threshold. The tender was awarded on 22nd January 2021, with a contract period extending from 22nd January 2021 to 1st January 2024. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with an award value of £15,325.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in dog training services or suppliers of trained dogs, to expand their operations with a reputable client like the UK Border Force. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they are specifically considered suitable for this project. Businesses that can provide trained dogs capable of engaging in specialised roles within detection operations are well-positioned to compete for future opportunities arising from this and similar contracts.

## Notice

There is a limited availability of dogs suitable for training as a Border Force Detector Dog. Our Chief instructors ( CI) source the dogs. Once a dog is identifies as being possibly suitable for the National Dog Team ( NDT ), Our CI's complete an evaluation report and recommend purchase.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/296c4d6a-7b3b-4f18-b0f7-ffebfd434f6c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Jan 2021 - 1 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,325 |
| 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 | ATAMIS LTD |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT19 4RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Cheriton |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | K10 WORKINGDOGS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80512000 - Dog training services

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2021 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/296c4d6a-7b3b-4f18-b0f7-ffebfd434f6c
- 25 Jan 2021 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f917817-bbe1-4a4f-afff-b3d6346850c8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/296c4d6a-7b3b-4f18-b0f7-ffebfd434f6c
  15th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2f917817-bbe1-4a4f-afff-b3d6346850c8
  25th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://atamis-8888.cloudforce.com/sfc/p/58000000L5A4/a/4I000001R39P/hXWSuiGfypLENB7a03qrOj84cOCN0fJSZBRVsYWMhvk
  HME422905_0_Redacted

## Provenance

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