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title: "Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS) services"
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# Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS) services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b086ffb7-90ed-4cb0-8dcc-a4cf27c7c247

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking named veterinary surgeon (NVS) services in Yorkshire and the Humber region. The procurement involves a value of £320,000 with a tender deadline on 19th May 2023. The tender process is classified as an open procedure above threshold, with a contract period starting on 1st December 2023 and ending on 30th November 2025.

This procurement opportunity by the University of Sheffield can benefit businesses offering veterinary services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are suitable to compete for this contract. The procurement method is an open procedure, providing equal opportunities for eligible businesses to participate in the tender process and potentially secure a long-term service contract.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield (TUoS) is looking for a provider to carry out the responsibilities of the Named Veterinary Surgeon as laid down in the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 (ASPA 1986) and in accordance with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Code of Practice for Named Veterinary Surgeons, including the provision of expert veterinary knowledge and advice on the use, husbandry and welfare of animals. This includes provision of veterinary advice and services as required (which may be over 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year) on site at the University of Sheffield as necessary. Also to carry out weekly site visits as required and typically every week up to 12 hours. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an FTS Open tender exercise under the Light Touch regime. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40f0391f-3d17-4e5e-8309-5f69dacfa336 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2023 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £320,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £320,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OWL VETS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 12 Jul 2023 at 08:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40f0391f-3d17-4e5e-8309-5f69dacfa336
- 18 Apr 2023 at 09:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be2c7971-0bb0-4e30-bedf-7660251f3b70

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40f0391f-3d17-4e5e-8309-5f69dacfa336
  12th July 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be2c7971-0bb0-4e30-bedf-7660251f3b70
  18th April 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
  The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender, they must be submitted via the In-tend System. Your tender response must also be submitted through InTend to arrive by the date and time specified. Late tenders will not be considered.

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