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title: "Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000796631"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FALKIRK COUNCIL"
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# Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts

Buyer: FALKIRK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000796631

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## Summary

Falkirk Council has completed an open procedure for a framework agreement to provide Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts, specifically at the Port of Grangemouth and Perth Harbour. This procurement falls under the industry category of services, and the location specified includes regions UKM76 and UKM77. The tender, identified by the code PS/394/26, commenced with the award stage as of 25th December 2025, with the contract signed by 2nd December 2025. It was awarded to Mistev Export Health Certification Limited, valued at £88,298.80. The contractual framework includes the possibility of a 12-month extension beyond the initial three-year period. The procurement aligns with the Scottish regulations for trade in animals and related products and is supported by an open, electronic submission process on the Public Contracts Scotland platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in veterinary services and regulatory compliance related to animal importation. The emphasis on quality and competitive pricing, as reflected in the award criteria (60% qualitative, 40% price), positions those with a strong record of service and competitive rates favourably. Companies looking to expand in the healthcare, veterinary, or regulatory compliance sectors can leverage this framework to establish or consolidate their presence within the Scottish market. Furthermore, the alignment with community benefits requirements implies a potential added value for companies prioritising community engagement and social responsibility in their business operations.

## Notice

Falkirk Council wishes to undertake a tendering process to enter into a framework agreement for the provision of Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts at the Port of Grangemouth and Perth Harbour.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Port of Grangemouth (GBDPE30) is a Border Control Post (BCP) which is designated for the importation of products of animal origin (POAO), high risk food and feed not of animal origin (HRFFNAO) and plastic kitchenware from China and Hong Kong. Perth Harbour (GBPER12 is a BCP which is designated for the importation of products of animal origin not for human consumption (POAO-NHT). Falkirk Council are seeking to appoint an Official Veterinarian (OV) to both BCPs as required by Regulation 10 (1) of The Trade in Animals and Related Products (Scotland) Regulations 2012. The OV is responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of official controls at the Grangemouth and Perth BCPs.. See available tender documentation.

Options: Option of up to 12 months extension on conclusion of the initial three year period.

Renewal: On conclusion of the initial three year framework agreement, an extension for a period of up to 12-month to 31 December 2029 without the need to call for further competition may be available. Any extension shall be in the best interest of the Authority and shall take into consideration factors such as innovation and improvements to our service requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548419 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | July 2028 if decision is taken not to extend. If extension is agreed, a further notice may be issued July 2029. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £88,298 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FALKIRK COUNCIL |
| Locality | FALKIRK |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK2 9EE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM12 Falkirk |
| Local authority | Falkirk |
| Electoral ward | Bonnybridge and Larbert |
| Westminster constituency | Alloa and Grangemouth |
| Delivery location | TLM76 Falkirk, TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MISTEV EXPORT HEALTH CERTIFICATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548419
- 19 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539562

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=7
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Schedule 4 - Submission Certificate V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=8
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Schedule 6 - Community Benefits Information V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=9
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Schedule 8 - Offer V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=10
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Schedule 9 Framework Agreement (single party) V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=1
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - ITT for Framework for Official Veterinarian at BCP V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=2
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Appendix A - Pricing Schedule V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=3
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Appendix B - Certifications Summary V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=4
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Appendix C - Account Management Details V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=5
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Appendix D - Declaration of Non-Involvement in Serious Organised Crime V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539562&idx=6
  19th September 2025 - PS 394 26 - Appendix E - Climate Change Commitment V1.0
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539562
  Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts - Falkirk Council wishes to undertake a tendering process to enter into a framework agreement for the provision of Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts at the Port of Grangemouth and Perth Harbour.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN548419
  Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts - Falkirk Council wishes to undertake a tendering process to enter into a framework agreement for the provision of Official Veterinarian Services at Border Control Posts at the Port of Grangemouth and Perth Harbour.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.falkirk.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000796631

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