Lot 5 - Delivery of Official Controls in Approved Establishments in England and Wales

The Food Standards Agency has awarded a contract titled "Lot 5 - Delivery of Official Controls in Approved Establishments in England and Wales" within the veterinary services industry category. The procurement process aimed to secure a managed service for contract Official Veterinarians and contract Official Auxiliaries to deliver official controls in compliance with UK and EU laws at various food business operator premises, including meat establishments and occasionally dairy establishments and premises under local authority control. ) Limited on 17th December 2024.

The contract is valued at £15,600,000 and will run from 31st March 2025 until 30th March 2030. This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for large-scale service providers in the veterinary and health services industries. The contract necessitates a robust operational capacity to manage service delivery across multiple regions including the UK, Channel Islands, and more broadly, Europe and other international territories.

Given the scale and specialized nature of the services required, established businesses with capabilities in managing large and complex service contracts would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. SMEs and VCSEs are also considered suitable, encouraging a diverse range of business entities to engage in this sector.