--- title: "Stray Dog & Kennelling Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-27" --- # Stray Dog & Kennelling Services Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d42d.json) ## Summary Canterbury City Council, acting as the contracting authority, is seeking submissions for the provision of Stray Dog & Kennelling Services, with a procurement process initiated on 27th July 2026. The open procedure tender is categorised under services, specifically targeting dog kennel services (CPV code: 98380000) within the UKJ4 region. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders electronically via the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 28th August 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st December 2026, lasting for three years with potential extensions up to an additional two years, contingent on satisfactory performance. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations experienced in animal care and kennelling services. It is particularly advantageous for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can adhere to stringent quality and economic criteria, as set out in the Invitation to Tender documentation. Successful bidders will benefit from a substantial gross value contract of £360,000 over three years, fostering long-term partnerships with a prominent public authority. This project promises to not only provide financial rewards but also to bolster market credibility and expertise within public sector engagements. ## Notice Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Stray Dog & Kennelling Services and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Council's requirements. The Contract is anticipated to commence 1st December 2026 and will continue for a period of three (3) years (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract), and may be extended for a period of up to two (2) years, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing. The specific requirements for the above are detailed in in the Suite of documents. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements. You are required to complete and return the Non Disclosure Agreement in order for the TUPE information to be issued to you. Please note this MUST BE RETURNED AS A MESSAGE where you attach the signed document via the portal. Do not upload this as a response, as this is a locked box and not opened until the tender deadline. Please read the ITT Instruction Document as this contains important information Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 28 August 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Dog-kennel-services./Y539BKYBX6 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/Y539BKYBX6 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: May be extended for a period of up to two (2) years, subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070737-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | Lots value | £300,000 | | 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 | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 2UR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Westgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98380000 - Dog kennel services ## Release History - 27 Jul 2026 at 11:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070737-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070737-2026 27th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/Y539BKYBX6 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Dog-kennel-services./Y539BKYBX6 - 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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