---
title: "PS160,000.00"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0652f2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-12"
---

# PS160,000.00

Buyer: SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0652f2

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## Summary

The South Derbyshire District Council is planning a procurement process to secure Dog Kennelling services, with a contract worth £160,000. This process is categorised under the services sector, specifically aimed at providing secure and humane housing for stray dogs. Located in Swadlincote, United Kingdom, the council invites potential suppliers to participate in a Pre-Market Engagement Event scheduled for 2nd March 2026, with responses requested by 13th March 2026. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with details outlined in a Preliminary Market Engagement notice published on 12th February 2026.

This tender offers considerable business growth opportunities for suppliers specialising in animal care and welfare, particularly those experienced in managing dog kennelling services. The council seeks a partner capable of maintaining high care standards in line with DEFRA's Code of Practice, providing 24/7 supervision, and supporting rehoming efforts. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage, given the suitability requirements of the tender. The procurement will arrange a contract period from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2028, with potential for renewal, making it an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to expand their operations in partnership with a local public authority.

## Notice

South Derbyshire District Council (SDDC) invites quotes from providers for Dog Kennelling services to support our statutory duties under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. SDDC seeks a partner to: - Provide secure and humane housing for stray dogs (approx. 70 per year, range: 50-115). - Ensure care and welfare standards in line with DEFRA's Code of Practice. - Assist with rehoming of unclaimed dogs after 7 days. - Offer 24/7 supervision and emergency protocols. - Support Council officers with regulatory and enforcement duties.

### Planning Information

SDDC will be running a Pre-Market Engagement Event via Teams meeting (virtual video call) at 11am on 2nd March 2026. 
This event will give suppliers a general overview of the specification/requirements of the tender, and give the opportunity for suppliers to voice their opinions and raise any initial queries.
Please RSVP to sddcprocurement@v4services.com to receive an invitation to the Teams meeting, stating your name, email addres and the company you represent.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013018-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | SWADLINCOTE |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE11 0AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF13 South and West Derbyshire |
| Local authority | South Derbyshire |
| Electoral ward | Swadlincote |
| Westminster constituency | South Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98380000 - Dog kennel services

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 15:11 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013018-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013018-2026
  12th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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