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title: "Framework Agreement for The Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes (\"Reactor Removal\")"
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# Framework Agreement for The Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes ("Reactor Removal")

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63274ec2-e85a-4001-b534-0c62e6785871

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## Summary

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has completed the award stage of a procurement process for a Framework Agreement titled "Provision of Management, Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes" across England, Scotland, and Wales. This open procurement process, valued at GBP 8,000,000, falls under the agricultural services industry category. The contract period will begin on 1st March 2025 and conclude on 28th February 2029. The framework is principally managed by Defra in collaboration with APHA, Scottish Government, and Welsh Government, although APHA is anticipated to handle most awards. The procurement offers several lots, including services such as collection, slaughter, and transport of livestock specifically for TB control.

This tender presents various opportunities for businesses specialising in agricultural, environmental safety, and veterinary services. The eligibility for bidding was open to SMEs, making it highly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises to participate and benefit from government contracts. Suppliers like UK Farmcare Ltd, P J King & Son, and others have already secured positions within this framework, showcasing the potential for business growth by accessing significant government-supported projects. Companies providing logistics, animal care, and related services stand to gain substantially by participating in similar future tenders, contributing to environmental management and compliance with health regulations.

## Notice

This Framework Agreement is for the delivery of services to manage the collection, slaughter, salvage and disposal of farmed livestock for TB control purposes in England, Scotland and Wales. There are three types of services which suppliers can supply to us. Lot 1 (England and Wales only), The Collection, Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes. Lot 2: (Scotland only): The Slaughter, Salvage and Disposal of Farmed Livestock for TB Control Purposes. Lot 3: (All Regions): The Collection & Transport of Live Animals. for lots 1 and 2, a supplier can be located outside of these regions, but work will only be to deliver services in the stated regions. For example, a supplier maybe located near the English / Scottish border & choose to bid for lot 1 or lot 2. The framework is open for use by Defra, APHA, Scottish Government & Welsh Government. However, in practice we expect APHA will make all, or the majority, of awards under this framework agreement. Note on publication of redacted framework agreements: all frameworks were entered into on the basis of the attached template agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29335416-bddf-414d-8600-3d0884421c58 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,000,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS11 9AT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Beeston & Holbeck |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 9 |
| Supplier names | BEESONS; MANIFOLD VALLEY MEATS; P J KING & SON; PEMBROKESHIRE HOLDINGS LTD T/A EURO FARM WALES; PICKSTOCK TELFORD; R. J. TREVARTHEN; STAPLEGROVE LIVESTOCK; T G SARGEANT & SONS; UK FARMCARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products
- 75130000 - Supporting services for the government
- 77100000 - Agricultural services
- 77400000 - Zoological services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services
- 90721000 - Environmental safety services

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2025 at 12:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29335416-bddf-414d-8600-3d0884421c58

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/29335416-bddf-414d-8600-3d0884421c58
  7th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a50388f1-e5d7-4339-a30b-594f470e2013
  Template_Agreement_Reactor_Removal_Framework

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