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title: "Provision of One (1) temporary Senior Veterinary Inspector (SVI) to be based at APHA Weymouth"
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# Provision of One (1) temporary Senior Veterinary Inspector (SVI) to be based at APHA Weymouth

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae9d6c46-df3d-4c7b-b302-ae8efde38941

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal seeking bids for the provision of one temporary Senior Veterinary Inspector (SVI) based at APHA Weymouth. This opportunity falls under the veterinary services category and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender is currently in the active stage, having been published on 21st December 2018, with a deadline for submissions set for 18th January 2019. The contract, should it be awarded, is expected to commence on 18th February 2019 and run until 16th August 2019. This open procurement procedure allows for a competitive tendering process below the specified financial threshold.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for veterinary professionals, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in veterinary services. Businesses equipped to support temporary staffing requirements and experienced in conducting post-mortem examinations would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the Defra Network's eTendering system could enhance a company's visibility within the public sector marketplace and foster potential growth through public contracts.

## Notice

APHA is seeking to employ one (1) vet to act as Senior Veterinary Inspector to conduct Post Mortem Examinations. The temporary part-time post will be based at APHA Weymouth. The appointment will be for twenty-six (26) weeks for a maximum of twelve (12) hours per week. Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/647f3429-2b3a-4caa-be7e-0675ee3415d4 |
| 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 | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2019 - 16 Aug 2019 |
| 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 | 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2018 at 12:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/647f3429-2b3a-4caa-be7e-0675ee3415d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/647f3429-2b3a-4caa-be7e-0675ee3415d4
  21st December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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