Scope
Reference
IA3853
Description
SBC wishes to procure a new contract provision to provide the effective collection, management, and care of stray dogs within Stafford Borough Council and Cannock Chase District Council boundaries. The service will be responsible for responding to reports of stray dogs, capturing and transporting them to a secure facility and ensuring their welfare.
Local authorities have a statutory duty under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and The Environmental Protection (Stray dogs) Regulations 1992 to provide services for the effective and efficient seizure, collection, kennelling and re-homing of stray dogs within their boroughs.
Total value (estimated)
- £340,000 excluding VAT
- £408,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract will commence on 1st April 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31st March 2029 (with two one year options to extend (1+1) until 31st March 2031
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98380000 - Dog kennel services
- 98390000 - Other services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
As per procurement documents
Technical ability conditions of participation
As per procurement documents
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
10 March 2026, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
16 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
1 April 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Project specific criteria | Quality | 55% |
| Price | Price | 45% |
Other information
Payment terms
See procurement documents
Description of risks to contract performance
See procurement documents
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login#
Technical specifications to be met
https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login#
Contracting authority
Stafford Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTQN-1833-ZMYL
Civic Centre, Riverside
Stafford
ST16 3AQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKG24 - Staffordshire CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Other organisation
These organisations are carrying out the procurement, or part of it, on behalf of the contracting authorities.
Staffordshire County Council
Summary of their role in this procurement: Lead Procurement Support
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZDG-2995-QQMD
1 Staffordshire Place, Tipping Street,
Stafford
ST16 2DH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG24 - Staffordshire CC