---
title: "Purchase of 500 Store Lambs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05835c"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05835c.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATURAL ENGLAND"
published: "2025-09-08"
---

# Purchase of 500 Store Lambs

Buyer: NATURAL ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05835c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Purchase of 500 Store Lambs" has concluded under the buying organisation, Natural England, a public authority within the central government sector. Located in London, Natural England sought to acquire lambs conditioned for rough grazing, which must be registered organic, vaccinated against Bluetongue and scab, and delivered to a specified location within the UK. The procurement was conducted using an open method below the threshold, ensuring wide participation through open competition. The award phase has been completed, with the contract being signed on 2nd September 2025, and running from 1st October 2025 to 10th October 2025. The supplier awarded this contract is RSPB, based in Llanwddyn, and the total contract value is £48,825.

This procurement offers notable opportunities for businesses in the agriculture and livestock sectors, particularly those experienced in organic lamb production and supply. The tender's requirements for organic certification and specific animal health standards highlight opportunities for businesses that can meet these rigorous criteria. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in livestock supply chains would find this opportunity particularly fitting, as it aligns with Natural England's focus on sustainable and organic agricultural practices. The open competition process indicates a favourable environment for competitive bidding, making it an attractive prospect for capable suppliers striving to expand their market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

Purchase of 500 store lambs. Lambs must be conditioned to rough grazing The lambs must be registered organic and be vaccinated for Bluetongue and scab and have a withdrawal date by mid-April 2026. They must also come with two ear tags. Please RFQ and specification for more detailed information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054787-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 10 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | £50,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £48,825 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATURAL ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RSPB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

### Codes

- 03322100 - Sheep

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2025 at 15:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054787-2025
- 15 Aug 2025 at 13:58 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049194-2025
- 8 Aug 2025 at 07:44 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047110-2025
- 7 Aug 2025 at 12:36 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046916-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054787-2025
  8th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049194-2025
  15th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047110-2025
  8th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046916-2025
  7th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4096
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4097
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4098
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-4099

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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