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title: "Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Detection Dogs 2023"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000737498"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "RSPB SCOTLAND"
published: "2024-01-10"
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# Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Detection Dogs 2023

Buyer: RSPB SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000737498

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## Summary

The RSPB Scotland organisation based in Edinburgh, UK, has recently completed the procurement process for the "Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Detection Dogs 2023" tender. The tender falls under the "services" category and was awarded to Kryus Limited on 25th August 2023 for a contract value of GBP 40,000. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the tender involved the supply of four conservation detection dogs along with training and support for dog-handler teams.

This procurement opportunity, initiated by RSPB Scotland, presents a chance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) experienced in conservation dog training to compete. The tender aims to acquire services from a contractor skilled in training working dogs for scent-detection work. Businesses capable of training dogs to locate specific scents without reacting to non-target species will find this opportunity well-suited for their expertise. The contract period extends from 29th September 2023 to 4th March 2024, providing a timeline for interested businesses to plan their participation.

## Notice

Tender for the supply of four (4) conservation detection dogs and associated training and support of dog-handler teams

### Lot Information

Lot 1

ONWP is seeking to obtain the services of an experienced conservation dog trainer with a proven track-record in training working dogs for the purposes of scent-detection work. The dogs must be trained to locate the target species by indicating scat, and must be trained to not react to non-target species. The dogs will not be used to control the target species, this will be done by trapping or shooting. The Contractor will be responsible for selecting, assessing and training four (4) dogs that will obtain certification through an assessment carried out by an independent specialist. Dogs must not be more than three years old at the time of deliver to ONWP. Not all dogs in training will obtain the necessary skills and qualities to achieve certification. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to obtain a sufficient number of dogs to train to result in four (4) trained and certified dogs. Following certification, the Contractor will assist in pairing the dogs with a dedicated handler.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN496097 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award 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 | 10 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2023 - 4 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RSPB SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9DH |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80512000 - Dog training services

## Release History

- 10 Jan 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN496097
- 4 Jul 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL482743

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL482743&idx=1
  4th July 2023 - Invitation to tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL482743
  Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Detection Dogs 2023 - Tender for the supply of four (4) conservation detection dogs and associated training and support of dog-handler teams
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN496097
  Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Detection Dogs 2023 - Tender for the supply of four (4) conservation detection dogs and associated training and support of dog-handler teams

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.rspb.org.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000737498
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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