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title: "Transportation and Kennelling of Seized and Dangerous Dogs In Cumbria"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04dc2b"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA"
published: "2025-02-06"
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# Transportation and Kennelling of Seized and Dangerous Dogs In Cumbria

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04dc2b

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## Summary

The Police, Fire & Crime Commissioner for Cumbria is seeking licensed suppliers to provide transportation and kennelling services for banned breeds, dangerous, and seized dogs throughout Cumbria. This tender falls under the industry category of dog kennel services (CPV 98380000) and covers a contract period from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2028, with potential extensions. The procurement stage is at the tender phase, and suppliers must submit their bids by 11:00 AM on 11th March 2025. The procurement process is being conducted through an open procedure, with submissions accepted electronically and in writing.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialised in animal control and welfare services. Companies that offer 24/7 kennelling facilities and can ensure swift and safe transportation of animals will be especially competitive. The contract's significant value of £300,000 makes it a lucrative venture for qualifying suppliers. Professional entities well-versed in providing comprehensive care and handling of various dog breeds will find this tender advantageous for business growth and expanding their service footprint within Cumbria.

## Notice

Cumbria Constabulary require a pool of suitably licensed Suppliers to provide the safe collection, secure kennelling and associated welfare, return or re-homing of banned breeds, dangerous and seized dogs throughout the County of Cumbria. The supplier must be able to provide kennelling facilities seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and be able to provide suitable transportation within a limited timeframe.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Cumbria Constabulary require a pool of suitably licensed Suppliers to provide the safe collection, secure kennelling and associated welfare, return or re-homing of banned breeds, dangerous and seized dogs throughout the County of Cumbria. The supplier must be able to provide kennelling facilities seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and suitable transportation within a limited timeframe.

Renewal: 2 x optional extension periods of 12 months, subject to conditions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003947-2025 |
| 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 | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE, FIRE & CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA |
| Locality | PENRITH, CUMBRIA |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA10 2AU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Penrith South |
| Westminster constituency | Penrith and Solway |
| Delivery location | TLD1 Cumbria |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98380000 - Dog kennel services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2025 at 12:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003947-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.police.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=90015&B=BLUELIGHT
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/34578
- https://www.gov.uk/courts-tribunals/court-of-appeal-civil-division

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