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title: "8613 - Veterinary Services and Named Veterinary Surgeon Role"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dd5b"
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# 8613 - Veterinary Services and Named Veterinary Surgeon Role

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dd5b

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## Summary

The University of Stirling has completed the procurement process for the supply of veterinary services, specifically appointing a supplier for the role of Named Veterinary Surgeon (NVS) to cover their aquarium facilities, among other veterinary care needs. This procurement falls under the CPV category of "Veterinary services" and was conducted using an open procedure. The procurement process was governed by legal framework 32014L0024 and was covered by the GPA, with the contract awarded to Aquatic Vets Ltd for a value of £200,000. This procurement, identified as "8613 - Veterinary Services and Named Veterinary Surgeon Role," involves a focus on services and takes place in Stirling, United Kingdom (region UKM77). This tender's information was last updated in March 2026, with the contract officially signed on 27th February 2026.

The tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the veterinary services industry to grow, particularly those specialising in aquatic veterinary care. Small to medium enterprises like Aquatic Vets Ltd, which succeeded in winning the contract, demonstrate that companies with expertise in this niche field can effectively compete for such governmental procurement. The open procurement method utilised allows for broader participation, which benefits diverse suppliers, including those capable of meeting strict quality criteria, as quality heavily outweighed price in the award decision. This contract, with an initial term of three years and potential for extension, not only ensures business continuity but also encourages suppliers to invest in long-term partnerships with educational institutions like the University of Stirling. Businesses seeking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts, especially those with RCVS membership and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements such as the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act, will find this contract particularly aligned with their growth objectives.

## Notice

The University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide NVS cover for our aquarium facilities as described in the RCVS NVS guidelines, in addition to broader veterinary clinical care, including supply of prescriptions and treatments, as required.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Stirling is seeking to appoint a supplier to provide NVS cover for our aquarium facilities as described in the RCVS NVS guidelines, in addition to broader veterinary clinical care, including supply of prescriptions and treatments, as required.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract for up to 12 months after the initial 3 year term.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019335-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 2.5 years if extension not implemented. 3.5 years if extension implemented |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £200,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STIRLING |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK9 4LA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling North |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AQUATIC VETS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2026 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019335-2026
- 10 Nov 2025 at 10:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072282-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.stir.ac.uk/finance-office/procurement/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000813487
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00112

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