Blackpool Council · Awarded contract

Awarded

Provision of Stray Dog Kennelling Services for Blackpool Council

Awarded 18 Dec 2023

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Awarded18 Dec 2023

Value£350,000.00

SupplierPoulton Pets Ltd

AgencyBlackpool Council

RegionNorth West

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Expires in 2y 1mo5y term, 58% elapsed

Awarded 18 Dec 2023Expires 17 Dec 2028

About

Blackpool Council awarded a contract to Poulton Pets Ltd for the operation of a dog kennelling establishment serving as an acceptance point for stray dogs collected within Blackpool Council boundaries.

The service includes call handling during opening hours, kennelling, and re-homing of stray dogs.

Seven kennels are permanently reserved for Blackpool Council, with potential adjustments based on demand, and the facility must be located within 10 driven miles of the Blackpool boundary.

Additional kennel spaces, estimated at 50 per year, may be required, particularly in July, August, November, and December.

The contract term is from 18 December 2023 to 17 December 2028, with an option to extend for up to 2 years on a 1+1 basis, subject to review and budget availability.

The contract value is AUD 350,000.

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