---
title: "Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000806846"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2025-08-11"
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# Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000806846

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority is currently in the planning stage of procuring services for the provision of veterinary services to its dog unit. This tender focuses on regions including Inverness, Aberdeen, Dundee, Larbert, and Edinburgh. The procurement falls under the category of "services", specifically within the public order and safety industry, with a CPV classification of 85200000. The planned procurement process is set to commence, with the provision of information expected on 25 August 2025. The procurement method adheres to the legal basis defined by CELEX ID 32014L0024 and is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). The announcement was made on 11 August 2025, and interested businesses are encouraged to prepare for the forthcoming stages of the process.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for firms specialising in veterinary services. Companies capable of extending their operations into multiple specified Scottish regions could benefit greatly from this contract. This opportunity is advantageous for businesses that provide comprehensive veterinary care and can ensure high standards of service crucial for the safety and health of police dogs. Additionally, enterprises with an ability to cater to public sector requirements and who seek to establish or expand their public sector portfolios will find this tender particularly suited to their goals. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses an opportunity to strengthen their presence in the public service domain while contributing to the essential functions of public order safety.

## Notice

Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit. The service is required in the following regions:- Inverness Aberdeen Dundee Larbert Edinburgh

### Lot Information

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Aberdeen area.

Inverness

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Inverness area.

Dundee

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Dundee area.

Larbert

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Larbert/Stirling area.

Edinburgh

Provision of Vet Services for Police Scotland Dogs, in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536762 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 25 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G51 1DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey, TLM71 Angus and Dundee City, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM76 Falkirk |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85200000 - Veterinary services

## Release History

- 11 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536762

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG536762
  Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit - Provision of Vet Services for the Dog Unit. The service is required in the following regions:- Inverness Aberdeen Dundee Larbert Edinburgh

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=806846
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806846

## Provenance

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