Lot 3 - Delivery of Official Controls in Approved Establishments in England and Wale

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has awarded a contract titled "Lot 3 - Delivery of Official Controls in Approved Establishments in England and Wales" under the industry category of Veterinary services (CPV: 85200000). The contract, valued at £20,000,000, is intended for the provision of managed services by Official Veterinarians and Auxiliaries to oversee compliance with EU and UK laws in meat establishments and other food business premises. The procurement process followed an open procedure, and the contract period spans from 31st March 2025 to 30th March 2030.

Key geographical areas include England and Wales, as well as several international regions such as the British Oversea Territories and the Isle of Man. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in veterinary and health services, particularly those capable of delivering large-scale managed services. Given the wide scope of geographic coverage and the requirement for compliance with stringent regulations, both large enterprises and SMEs with expertise in food safety and control could benefit from this contract.

Companies focusing on long-term service delivery and those experienced in handling official controls in food-related premises will find this an attractive growth opportunity.