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title: "Official Veterinarians to Southampton Ports"
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# Official Veterinarians to Southampton Ports

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ca94730e-55dc-4049-8d49-5b6e3a410ebc

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## Summary

The procurement process for veterinary services at Southampton Ports is actively managed by Southampton City Council. The tender, titled "Official Veterinarians to Southampton Ports," is in the award stage and involves essential checks on animal products from non-EU countries as per European legislation. The total contract value is £500,000 with a minimum value of £350,000. The contract period is set to commence on 1st September 2017 and will conclude on 31st August 2020. Key dates include the tender period end date of 10th April 2017 and a recent award date of 5th June 2017.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in public health and veterinary services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering compliant veterinary checks and services. Companies that specialise in veterinary services or have experience with regulatory compliance in food safety would be especially well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engagement with Southampton City Council through their "Supply Southampton" portal will be crucial for accessing the necessary documentation and submitting proposals.

## Notice

The provisions of a veterinary service to undertake checks on relevant products of animal origin from non EU countries in accordance with European Directive 97/78/EC and associated legislation, decisions and guidance implemented into domestic regulations or directly applicable within the UK. legislation. It is vital that all such checks described within the legislation are carried out in accordance with that legislation to ensure that imported products comply with the import requirements to ensure that animal and public health related diseases are not imported into the European Union via Southampton Ports. Additional information: Applicants will be required to apply via "Supply Southampton" website which can be accessed via, http://www.southampton.gov.uk/business-licensing/supply-council/supply-portal.aspx where you can register your details and access documentation. All documentation including questionnaires must be completed and submitted by no later than the time/date indicated. The Council undertakes to use reasonable endeavours to hold confidential any information provided in the proposal submitted, subject to the Council's obligations under law, including the Freedom of Information Act 2000. If the applicant considers that any of the information submitted in the proposal should not be disclosed because of its sensitivity then this should be stated with the reason for considering it sensitive. The Council will then consider the sensitivity statement before replying to any request received under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. Any enquiries regarding the tender process must be directed through the website to the Curtis Fitch System.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5697e6fc-e4b0-4614-8499-f8b6873bcb06 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £250,000 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7FP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EVILLE AND JONES (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2017 at 08:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5697e6fc-e4b0-4614-8499-f8b6873bcb06
- 9 Mar 2017 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c252a23-e4db-4b64-9a01-d01ea8e47aba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5697e6fc-e4b0-4614-8499-f8b6873bcb06
  5th June 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5c252a23-e4db-4b64-9a01-d01ea8e47aba
  9th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplysouthampton.esourcingportal.com
  Procurement Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://www.southampton.gov.uk/business-licensing/supply-council/supply-portal.aspx

## Provenance

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