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title: "Provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale Inspection Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000818539"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SRUC"
published: "2026-03-05"
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# Provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale Inspection Services

Buyer: SRUC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000818539

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## Summary

The procurement process for the provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale Inspection Services was conducted by Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), located in Edinburgh. The awarded contract supports compliance with animal health and welfare standards across livestock shows and farms within the UK regions of Scotland, England, and Wales. SRUC, a body governed by public law associated with Higher Education and Further Education sectors, initiated this tender under the open procedure, culminating in an award notice dated 5 March 2026. Significant dates include the contract signing on 4 March 2026, with the tender originally published on 15 December 2025 and set to conclude its tender period by 23 January 2026. The process transitioned from the tender stage in December to the award stage in March 2026, emphasising adherence to the relevant animal-health legislation within the industry category of agricultural services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in animal health and agricultural services, particularly those experienced in conducting inspections under schemes like Premium Sheep & Goat Health Schemes (PSGHS). It is particularly beneficial for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of meeting the specifications and maintaining high standards within the inspections. Suppliers who can provide accurate reporting and uphold audit trails will find this contract appealing for long-term engagement, with provisions for a three-year initial term and the possibility of extension, allowing growth and the chance to solidify standing within the UK’s biosecurity and agricultural compliance industry. The open procurement method welcomes electronic submissions, fostering an inclusive competitive environment for adept businesses.

## Notice

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) has awarded a contract to HallMark Veterinary & Compliance Services Ltd for the provision of animal farm inspection services and inspection services at livestock shows and sales. The services support SRUC in ensuring compliance with relevant animal health and welfare standards, regulatory requirements, and recognised good practice within the livestock sector.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract covers the provision of routine and ad-hoc farm inspections, as well as inspections of livestock shows and sales, to verify compliance with Premium Sheep & Goat Health Schemes (PSGHS) Scheme Rules and relevant animal-health legislation. Inspections will be undertaken across Scotland, England, and Wales in accordance with an annual PSGHS programme. The appointed supplier will deliver inspections using an approved methodology, produce timely and accurate inspection reports, maintain appropriate records and audit trails, and escalate any significant non-compliance or animal-health concerns to PSGHS where required. The contract has been awarded to a single supplier, HallMark Veterinary & Compliance Services Ltd, and will run for an initial period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for up to two (2) additional years, subject to satisfactory performance.

Renewal: two (2) additional 120minth extentions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551061 |
| 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 | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | £90,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £174,675 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SRUC |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH9 3JG |
| 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 | Southside/Newington |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HALL MARK MEAT HYGIENE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 77100000 - Agricultural services
- 85200000 - Veterinary services
- 90711100 - Risk or hazard assessment other than for construction

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551061
- 15 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545664

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC545664&idx=1
  15th December 2025 - Invitation to Tender (ITT)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC545664&idx=2
  15th December 2025 - Appendix 1- Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC545664&idx=3
  15th December 2025 - Appendix 2- Report Sample
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC545664
  Provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale Inspection Services - SRUC invites suitably qualified and experienced suppliers to tender for the provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale inspection services. These services support Maedi Visna (MV) and Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis (CAE) accreditation through routine and ad-hoc farm inspections, as well as show/sale inspections across Scotland, England, and Wales.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551061
  Provision of Animal Farm, Show, and Sale Inspection Services - Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) has awarded a contract to HallMark Veterinary & Compliance Services Ltd for the provision of animal farm inspection services and inspection services at livestock shows and sales. The services support SRUC in ensuring compliance with relevant animal health and welfare standards, regulatory requirements, and recognised good practice within the livestock sector.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.sruc.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000818539

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