--- title: "Provision of a Stray Dog Collection and Kennelling Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THURROCK COUNCIL" published: "2018-11-09" --- # Provision of a Stray Dog Collection and Kennelling Service Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c0630873-9006-4117-82f5-c328a4d05983.json) ## Summary The Thurrock Council is seeking a Service Provider for the "Provision of a Stray Dog Collection and Kennelling Service.” This procurement falls under the services industry category, primarily related to dog kennel services. The tender is currently in the active stage and will close for submissions on 6th December 2018. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2019 and will run until 31st March 2021. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs). This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialised in animal care, veterinary services, and kennel management to expand their operations. Companies that can provide secure and licensed kenneling, as well as demonstrate expertise in handling and rehoming stray dogs, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses with established connections in local community and animal welfare organisations may find this contract particularly beneficial in supporting their growth strategies. ## Notice Please refer to the Council's website www.thurrock.gov.uk for further details on the Council. From April 2008 Section 68 for the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act removes the responsibility for stray dogs (with the exception of dangerous dogs), from the Police leaving Local Authorities in England and Wales with sole responsibility for dealing with stray dogs. Local Authorities have a duty to: Collect and detain stray dogs Return seized dogs to their owners Keep a register of stray dogs Retain the dogs for a period of 7 days (after which they cease to be the Council's responsibility) The Council does not directly employ a dog warden and does not have any kennels which can be used for the kennelling of stray dogs, therefore, the Council requires an experienced Service Provider to fulfil the Council's statutory duty regarding stray dogs in the Borough. The Service Provider shall be responsible for: Seizing and collecting stray dogs within the Borough of Thurrock Council Keep Stray dogs in appropriately licensed and secure kennels upon receipt of notification from the Council for up to the statutory 7 days (notification may be verbal or by email) Assume ownership of the dogs after the 7 day statutory period To never euthanize a healthy dog To make every effort to rehome the dogs To take any stray dog for veterinary assessment and treatment as necessary The Service Provider shall work closely with all stake holders including Public Protection department, The Council's day time call centre, Animal Charities and the police. Applicable Legislation under this contract are as follows: Environmental Protection Act 1990 Environmental Protection (Stray Dogs) Regulations 1992 Control of Dogs Order 1992 Animal Health Act 1981 Animal Welfare Act 2006 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018 Welfare of Animals (Transport) Orders (WATO) The Service Provider shall, throughout the contract, use their professional skills and experience to achieve the purposes of the services required and shall comply with all relevant statute and common law, statutory instruments and any judicial decisions. Further details on the requirements under this contract are as detailed in Appendix 2 - Specification Additional information: To view and download the documents please register on https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Nov 2018 | | Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 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 | THURROCK COUNCIL | | Locality | ESSEX | | Post town | Romford | | Postcode | RM17 6SL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock | | Local authority | Thurrock | | Electoral ward | Grays Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Thurrock | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 85200000 - Veterinary services - 98380000 - Dog kennel services ## Release History - 9 Nov 2018 at 10:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c - 7 Nov 2018 at 10:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c - 7 Nov 2018 at 10:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c - 6 Nov 2018 at 12:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c - 6 Nov 2018 at 12:44 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c - 6 Nov 2018 at 12:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39deea5d-9f83-47af-ae95-33310e4c574c 9th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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