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title: "One (1) temporary SVI at APHA Polwhele, Truro"
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# One (1) temporary SVI at APHA Polwhele, Truro

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4842a90-86cf-4927-9ee2-cc94901011e6

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## Summary

The Defra Network eTendering Portal is inviting tenders for the appointment of one temporary Senior Veterinary Inspector at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) located in Polwhele, Truro. This procurement falls within the veterinary services industry category and is currently in the tender stage, with the closing date set for 1st February 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 25th February 2019 and will last for 52 weeks. This is an open procedure procurement method, which allows for a competitive bidding process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) in the veterinary services field. Businesses that specialise in veterinary care, animal health, or related services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could help such businesses expand their client base within the government sector and enhance their reputational capital as providers of essential veterinary services.

## Notice

APHA is seeking to employ 1 vet to act as Senior Veterinary Inspector working in APHA. based at Polwhele, Truro. The appointment will be for 52 weeks. 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/139f17db-9f49-426a-893d-7ee4b75dd601 |
| 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 | 14 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 25 Feb 2019 - 21 Feb 2020 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2019 at 12:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/139f17db-9f49-426a-893d-7ee4b75dd601

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/139f17db-9f49-426a-893d-7ee4b75dd601
  14th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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