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title: "Stray Dog Kennelling"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-83ec019d-66f5-4614-bcc5-0d989cb0dd27"
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buyer: "BLACKPOOL COUNCIL"
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# Stray Dog Kennelling

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-83ec019d-66f5-4614-bcc5-0d989cb0dd27

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## Summary

Blackpool Council is conducting a public procurement process titled "Stray Dog Kennelling" aimed at securing dog kennelling services within the North West of England. This procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 29 August 2019. The successful bidder will be responsible for receiving stray dogs and providing care services, including call handling and re-homing, with specific requirements to set aside five kennels for Blackpool Council's exclusive use. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1 October 2019 and will run until 30 September 2021, employing an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the pet care and animal welfare industries. Businesses with expertise in animal care, kennel management, or related services would particularly benefit from this contract, allowing them to expand their operations and enhance their profiles in local community engagement and pet welfare initiatives. Engaging in this tender could facilitate long-term relationships with local authorities, aiding in sustainable business growth.

## Notice

Blackpool Council is looking to appoint a dog kennelling establishment to operate as an acceptance point to receive stray dogs from members of the public/Dog Warden, that have been picked up within the boundary of Blackpool. The service will include call handling requirements during opening hours, kennelling and the re-homing of stray dogs. It will be necessary for 5 kennels to be set aside permanently for use by Blackpool Council. Please note the kennels are to be located within 10 driven miles of the Blackpool boundary.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c543cd-6bb5-4324-9254-386b16b45397 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98380000 - Dog kennel services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2019 at 08:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c543cd-6bb5-4324-9254-386b16b45397

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6c543cd-6bb5-4324-9254-386b16b45397
  8th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=b2a04a31-10b9-e911-80f8-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/

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