Scope
Reference
V4SDDC003
Description
South Derbyshire District Council (SDDC) invites quotes from providers for Dog Kennelling services to support our statutory duties under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
SDDC seeks a partner to:
- Provide secure and humane housing for stray dogs (approx. 70 per year, range: 50-115).
- Ensure care and welfare standards in line with DEFRA's Code of Practice.
- Assist with rehoming of unclaimed dogs after 7 days.
- Offer 24/7 supervision and emergency protocols.
- Support Council officers with regulatory and enforcement duties.
Total value (estimated)
- £160,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027
- Possible extension to 30 June 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
2 extensions are available for 12 months each at the discretion of South Derbyshire District Council.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98380000 - Dog kennel services
Contract locations
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
UK suppliers
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
20 May 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
29 May 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Cost | 65% |
| Quality | Quality | 35% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com/RFx/RFxSummary?rfxId=f09eb4a2-1e25-f011-8136-005056b64545&projectId=df45fd11-0125-f011-8136-005056b64545#
All documentation available from the ProContract procurement portal East Mids Tenders, reference DN773043.
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Contracting authority
South Derbyshire District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGHH-1324-DTXT
Civic Offices, Civic Way
Swadlincote
DE11 0AH
United Kingdom
Region: UKF13 - South and West Derbyshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government