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title: "Collection of Stray, Detained Dogs and Associated Services"
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# Collection of Stray, Detained Dogs and Associated Services

Buyer: ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-de5bdccf-e6f6-40ef-a273-6dc3ab9410ae

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "Collection of Stray, Detained Dogs and Associated Services" was led by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council. The contract falls under the industry category of Other community, social and personal services. The services encompassed the collection of straying and/or detained stray dogs within England and the administration services required for the task. The procurement followed an open procedure with a contract value of £70,000 GBP, and the contract period runs from 25th October 2024 to 24th October 2026. Key dates included the tender period ending on 19th July 2024 and the award issued on 24th October 2024. The award phase of this procurement process has been completed, and the contractor selected is Acorn Kennels, identified as a small or medium enterprise (SME).

This procurement opportunity provided significant business growth potential for SMEs in the dog handling and animal service sectors, particularly those experienced in managing stray animal control and administration services within the locale. It represents a valuable contract with a substantial financial commitment over two years, offering stability and growth potential for the winning company. Businesses equipped with the capacity to manage pet care services and administrative processes are well-suited to such contracts, as they provide crucial public services in collaboration with local councils. This contract enabled the selected supplier, Acorn Kennels, to expand its operational presence and contribute to community welfare in the region.

## Notice

After working collaboratively with Stockport Council on the procurement for a framework for the Collection of Stray, Detained Dogs and Associated Services (established by lead Stockport Council), Rochdale have called off from this framework for the following services: The Collection of Straying and/or Detained Stray Dogs within normal office hours Monday - Friday from 8.00am to 4.00pm and Administration Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01fe429a-3b10-41bd-9a6f-b033b5000e3a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £870,000 |
| 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 | ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | STOCKPORT METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACORN KENNELS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2025 at 13:48 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01fe429a-3b10-41bd-9a6f-b033b5000e3a
- 25 Apr 2025 at 13:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcb738b-deff-45cd-bb80-398eae6beb62
- 18 Jun 2024 at 15:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee3d2b0a-f47a-4671-afa2-99692ac35732

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/01fe429a-3b10-41bd-9a6f-b033b5000e3a
  28th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abcb738b-deff-45cd-bb80-398eae6beb62
  25th April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee3d2b0a-f47a-4671-afa2-99692ac35732
  18th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9e3820f9-832d-ef11-812c-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rochdale.gov.uk/
- http://www.stockport.gov.uk/

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