--- title: "Stray Dogs Kennelling and Collection Service" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05003c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05003c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05003c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05003c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-04-10" --- # Stray Dogs Kennelling and Collection Service Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05003c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05003c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05003c.json) ## Summary West Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of stray dogs kennelling and collection services within its administrative area of West Northamptonshire. This procurement process is in the tender stage and it aims to award contracts by 12 May 2025. The council, classified under the sub-central government category, requires contractors to provide sufficient kennels for stray dogs and transport them to holding kennels. Divided into four active lots covering Northampton, Daventry, and South Northants zones, the total contract value across these lots is approximately £164,000 with gross amounts aggregating to £196,800. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals electronically through the council's e-procurement portal by the specified deadlines. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the dog kennel services industry, particularly those experienced with handling stray animals. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be highly suitable due to the council's emphasis on quality and price in the award criteria, with 40% and 60% weightage respectively. The contracts span two years, beginning on 29 May 2025, with possible extensions up to four years total, promising long-term business growth and stability. Companies that excel in animal welfare and logistics can benefit from establishing a strong partnership with West Northamptonshire Council, enhancing their reputation and service portfolio. ## Notice West Northamptonshire Council require a provider(s) for the Kennelling and Collection Service of Stray Dogs. Kennelling - require the services of a Contractor to undertake the Kennelling of stray dogs collected within the Council's administrative area of West Northamptonshire. A specified minimum number of kennels will be held on retainer for this purpose with additional kennels made available as required. Collection - requires the services of a Contractor to undertake the collection of dogs found straying within the Council's area and to transport them to holding kennels. To accesss the full suite of documents please register on our E-Procurement Portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Kennelling Northampton Kennelling for Northampton Zone Renewal: 1st extension 29/05/2027 - 28/05/2028 2nd extension 29/05/2028 - 28/05/2029 Lot 2 - Kennelling Daventry & South Northants Kennelling for Daventry & South Northants Zone Renewal: 1st extension 29/05/2027 - 28/05/2028 2nd extension 29/05/2028 - 28/05/2029 Lot 3 - Collection Northampton Collection for Northampton Zone Renewal: 1st extension 29/05/2027 - 28/05/2028 2nd extension 29/05/2028 - 28/05/2029 Lot 4 - Collection Daventry & South Northants Collection for Daventry & South Northants Zone Renewal: 1st extension 29/05/2027 - 28/05/2028 2nd extension 29/05/2028 - 28/05/2029 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014155-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 May 2025 - 28 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £164,000 | | Lots value | £164,000 | | 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTON | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 1ED | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98380000 - Dog kennel services ## Release History - 10 Apr 2025 at 08:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014155-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014155-2025 10th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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