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title: "An investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks"
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# An investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9857dfab-d0ce-44ea-80e7-176fd3cea5d5

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## Summary

The procurement process involves an open tender initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal for the investigation of various handling methods affecting duck welfare. This opportunity, valued at £50,000, is classified under research services and is situated in London, United Kingdom. The tender period will close on 5th November 2021, with the intended contract period running from 1st December 2021 to 30th November 2022. Businesses can access more details through the provided links to the opportunity notice.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth, especially for businesses specialising in animal welfare, research services, or logistics related to animal transport. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the requirements focus on establishing best practices based on empirical evidence. Firms with expertise in developing guidelines or conducting research in animal handling will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities.

## Notice

The Authority is looking for suppliers for an investigation of different handling methods on the welfare of ducks. The contractor is required to develop best practice guidance for the handling of ducks, particularly in the context of loading for transport, based on empirical evidence of the welfare outcomes associated with different handling methods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4adfbeea-d03d-4b94-9937-a0b6f4b32523 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| 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 | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 5 Oct 2021 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4adfbeea-d03d-4b94-9937-a0b6f4b32523

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4adfbeea-d03d-4b94-9937-a0b6f4b32523
  5th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/guest/go/opportunity/detail?opportunityId=50269
  Link to opportunity

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