--- title: "Provision of Portal Official Veterinarian (OV) Services to the Dover Port Health Authority" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2021-03-19" --- # Provision of Portal Official Veterinarian (OV) Services to the Dover Port Health Authority Buyer: DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d3beaf5b-5fdf-4a7e-aff1-9a5b7e3e2e20.json) ## Summary Dover District Council is currently seeking proposals for the "Provision of Portal Official Veterinarian (OV) Services" to support the Dover Port Health Authority. This tender falls under the veterinary services category within the services industry and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The tender process, which is at the active planning stage, has a deadline for expressions of interest set for 12:00 hrs on 19th April 2021. The anticipated contract period will commence on 1st July 2021 and is projected to last until 30th June 2023, with a potential extension for an additional year. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of suppliers to participate. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the veterinary services and related sectors, particularly those capable of providing qualified Official Veterinarians to conduct necessary checks on products of animal origin. Companies with experience in compliance with veterinary regulations, especially those familiar with health and safety practices at ports, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could help businesses enhance their market presence and expand their service offerings within the public sector. ## Notice Dover District Council ("the Authority") wishes to select and appoint a suitable service provider for the provision of experienced Portal Official Veterinarians (OV's) to verify and validate documentary checks from 1st October 2021 and ensure that products of animal origin (POAO) presented to the BCP are checked in accordance with veterinary checks regime. The Contract is anticipated to commence upon 1st July 2021 and will continue until 30th June 2023 (with the option to extend for a further 12 months) unless terminated in accordance with the Conditions of the Contract. Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the Invitation to Tender documentation. Completed Response Documents are to be submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12.00 hrs on the 19th April 2021. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ebabc8a-2976-4306-865c-c2cb7319aacd | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 30 Jun 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,000,000 | | 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 | DOVER DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | WHITFIELD, DOVER | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT16 3PJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Dover | | Electoral ward | Whitfield | | Westminster constituency | Dover and Deal | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85200000 - Veterinary services ## Release History - 19 Mar 2021 at 16:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ebabc8a-2976-4306-865c-c2cb7319aacd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ebabc8a-2976-4306-865c-c2cb7319aacd 19th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.dover.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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