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title: "RDE237 - AW081901: welfare when transporting livestock in vehicles"
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# RDE237 - AW081901: welfare when transporting livestock in vehicles

Buyer: DEFRA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9871f7e-0746-4378-afc3-b514ca71f8be

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## Summary

The contracting process for the public procurement of the "RDE237 - AW081901: welfare when transporting livestock in vehicles" service was completed by DEFRA. The procurement method used was selective with a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period is from September 11, 2023, to January 31, 2024. The tender stage ended on September 10, 2023. This opportunity falls under the industry category of research and development consultancy services and is open to businesses of all sizes, with a specific focus on SMEs.

Businesses involved in research and development consultancy services would find this contract with DEFRA favourable for growth opportunities. The procurement process has now reached the award stage, with SAC Commercial Ltd being the selected supplier. The contract is valued at 34194.35 GBP and presents a chance for SMEs to contribute to the welfare standards of transporting livestock in vehicles. The contract specifies requirements for temperature-controlled vehicles, indicating a need for specialised services in this area.

## Notice

Following a joint Welsh and UK Government consultation, we have proposed to introduce external temperature ranges for the transport of livestock, horses and poultry. Journeys could take place when the external temperature is outside these ranges if the vehicle is temperature-controlled. This means the vehicle should be able to heat and cool the internal environment to within a specific range as needed, rather than relying on vents, windows or fans for ventilation and temperature control. This contract was awarded by DEFRA

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c645462-4e3e-4d2a-b9bf-49f7ebd92519 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2023 - 31 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,194 |
| 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 | DEFRA |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAC COMMERCIAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2023 at 17:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c645462-4e3e-4d2a-b9bf-49f7ebd92519
- 9 Nov 2023 at 17:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7983315-5b24-42af-a8fc-fc80d30a57dc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c645462-4e3e-4d2a-b9bf-49f7ebd92519
  9th November 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7983315-5b24-42af-a8fc-fc80d30a57dc
  9th November 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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