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title: "DAERA-VSAHG-On-Farm Bovine TB Biosecurity Advice"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd75"
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# DAERA-VSAHG-On-Farm Bovine TB Biosecurity Advice

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd75

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## Summary

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in Northern Ireland is inviting tenders for the provision of on-farm veterinary biosecurity advice to cattle farms. This open procedure, categorised under veterinary and technical testing services, aims to enhance animal health by addressing the spread of bovine tuberculosis (bTB). Located in Belfast, the procurement is facilitated by CPD - Supplies & Services Division. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 11th August 2026, with an anticipated contract award by 1st September 2026. The contract is valued at up to £1,900,000, with work scheduled to commence on 1st October 2026 and potentially extending until 30th September 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in veterinary services and technical consultancy to partner with DAERA. The focus on improving biosecurity practices on farms offers growth prospects for companies experienced in livestock health management and consultancy services. Businesses with a strong record in delivering quality veterinary services and an ability to engage with farmers to promote behavioural change will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities. The procurement process will be competitive, rewarding service delivery quality, company experience, and value for money, paving the way for sustained business development in the Northern Ireland region.

## Notice

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is responsible for food, farming, environmental, fisheries, forestry and sustainability policy and the development of the rural sector in Northern Ireland. As part of its commitment to improving animal health and eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB), DAERA is seeking to procure a service provider to deliver on-farm veterinary biosecurity advice to cattle farms across Northern Ireland. The purpose of this work is for veterinarians to identify systematically, in collaboration with the farmer, the key factors contributing to disease entry, persistence and spread within individual farm enterprises, and to generate clear, targeted farm specific biosecurity actions that directly address the risks identified. This work shall also support and encourage positive behavioural change by engaging farmers in the assessment process, increasing understanding of disease risks, and promoting the sustained adoption of improved biosecurity practices. The bTB biosecurity advice programme is a voluntary scheme for farmers, the Supplier must promote and provide an accessible and user friendly mechanism, by phone and online, through which farmers can register their interest and request an on-farm visit. Suppliers should refer to the Specification Schedule for full detail on the requirements of this contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067539-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - 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 | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,900,000 |
| Lots value | £1,900,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT3 9ED |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 09:01 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067539-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067539-2026
  17th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/
- http://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/topics/procurement
- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/ar
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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