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title: "Kennelling Service for Seized Dogs/Dangerous Dogs (Kent Police and Essex Police)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028f98"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT"
published: "2021-02-03"
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# Kennelling Service for Seized Dogs/Dangerous Dogs (Kent Police and Essex Police)

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028f98

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent and the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex are initiating a tender process for a Kennelling Service for Seized and Dangerous Dogs. This service falls within the dog kennel services industry and is based in Kent and Essex, UK. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with the tender expected to commence shortly. The anticipated contract will run for a three-year period starting from 1st November 2021, with an option for two additional years. Key details include immediate operations available 24/7 for the collection and care of seized/dangerous dogs and a planned future notice date of 3rd May 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the animal care and services sector, particularly those equipped to handle dog kennel services. Companies specialising in the collection, transportation, and care of animals, including veterinary services, will find this tender aligns well with their operations. The competitive nature of this procurement process encourages firms that can meet the stringent service requirements and demonstrate capability in providing secure and humane care for animals. Interested bidders should prepare to prove their ability to deliver a prompt, responsive service across the specified regions.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice has been published to inform the market of the forthcoming tender opportunity for a Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs to Kent Police and Essex Police.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs West Kent

This Prior Information Notice has been published to inform the market of the forthcoming tender opportunity for a Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs to Kent Police and Essex Police. Overview of services to be provided *The collection, transportation and kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The collection of seized/dangerous dogs seized by police under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (or other legislation) from a police station or designated pick-up point within the counties. *The kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The local authority may not place any dog under this contract. *Kennelling of detained person dogs. *Kennelling of person dogs, which are considered by the Authority, not to be a menace. *The provision of adequate and secure shelter, food and healthcare for animals placed in the custody of the kennel. *A '24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year' service provision must be provided for with collection within 2hours and 30 minutes of original request. It is anticipated that any contract will run for a period of three years from 1st November 2021 with the option to extend for a further period of two years in twelve-month increments. The tender documentation will be made available via https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT. Additional information: If you have any queries in the meantime, please contact Claire.baxter@kent.police.uk or Jennifer.barnes@norfolk.pnn.police.uk.

Lot 2 - Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs East Kent

This Prior Information Notice has been published to inform the market of the forthcoming tender opportunity for a Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs to Kent Police and Essex Police. Overview of services to be provided *The collection, transportation and kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The collection of seized/dangerous dogs seized by police under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (or other legislation) from a police station or designated pick-up point within the counties. *The kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The local authority may not place any dog under this contract. *Kennelling of detained person dogs. *Kennelling of person dogs, which are considered by the Authority, not to be a menace. *The provision of adequate and secure shelter, food and healthcare for animals placed in the custody of the kennel. *A '24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year' service provision must be provided for with collection within 2hours and 30 minutes of original request. It is anticipated that any contract will run for a period of three years from 1st November 2021 with the option to extend for a further period of two years in twelve-month increments. The tender documentation will be made available via https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT. Additional information: If you have any queries in the meantime, please contact Claire.baxter@kent.police.uk or Jennifer.barnes@norfolk.pnn.police.uk.

Lot 3 - Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs Essex

This Prior Information Notice has been published to inform the market of the forthcoming tender opportunity for a Kennelling Service for Seized/Dangerous Dogs to Kent Police and Essex Police. Overview of services to be provided *The collection, transportation and kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The collection of seized/dangerous dogs seized by police under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 (or other legislation) from a police station or designated pick-up point within the counties. *The kennelling of seized/dangerous dogs. *The local authority may not place any dog under this contract. *Kennelling of detained person dogs. *Kennelling of person dogs, which are considered by the Authority, not to be a menace. *The provision of adequate and secure shelter, food and healthcare for animals placed in the custody of the kennel. *A '24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year' service provision must be provided for with collection within 2hours and 30 minutes of original request. It is anticipated that any contract will run for a period of three years from 1st November 2021 with the option to extend for a further period of two years in twelve-month increments. The tender documentation will be made available via https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT. Additional information: If you have any queries in the meantime, please contact Claire.baxter@kent.police.uk or Jennifer.barnes@norfolk.pnn.police.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002114-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 May 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT |
| Additional buyers | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME15 9BZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Braintree |
| Electoral ward | Silver End & Cressing |
| Westminster constituency | Witham |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex, TLJ44 East Kent, TLJ46 West Kent |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98380000 - Dog kennel services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2021 at 09:05 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002114-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.essex.police.uk
- http://www.kent.police.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=36145&B=BLUELIGHT
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

## Provenance

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