Scope
Description
To hold a current licence to board dogs in compliance with The Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018.
To provide suitable facilities for the reception of stray dogs 7 days a week between 09:00 - 17:00hrs. This will include all bank holidays except Christmas Day and New Year's Day. On Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year's Eve, access will be by appointment only.
Stray dogs will usually be brought to the kennels by an officer of the Council. In some circumstances however, stray dogs may be brought in by the Police or other agency. In these cases, the kennels will complete the relevant paperwork and notify the Council as soon as possible. No reception for the public is required.
To properly keep and provide for stray dogs for as long as the Council requires, usually up to 7 full days but this may be longer if necessary. This includes complying with all aspects of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and conditions of their licence to board dogs.
Where a dog requires veterinary treatment whilst in the kennels' care, the kennels will obtain the consent of the Council before treatment occurs, except in an emergency where consent cannot be obtained. In such an event, treatment may be authorised by the kennels without consent from the Council.
To complete a kennel assessment record for each stray detailing any medical or behaviour concerns for the duration of its care in the kennels. This record should then be provided to the Council after the dog has left the kennels.
To send kennelling bills and credit notes to the Council promptly each month.
To appoint a lead officer to act as a single point of contact for all operational issues.
To attend monthly contract meetings with the Council's representative so as to address any issues and ensure the smooth running of the contract.
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Total value (estimated)
- £44,000 excluding VAT
- £52,800 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2026
- Possible extension to 1 November 2027
- 1 year, 11 months, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
This would be one extension for 12months
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98380000 - Dog kennel services
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
31 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
7 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical questions | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 25% |
| Social Value | Price | 5% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Medway Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWYH-3898-LDQR
Gun Wharf, Dock Road
Chatham
ME4 4TR
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ41 - Medway
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government