Official Veterinary (OV) Services

The procurement process overseen by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council focuses on the provision of "Official Veterinary (OV) Services" necessary for monitoring goods entering the UK at the Port of Poole and potentially Bournemouth Airport. This initiative falls under the industry category of Veterinary Services and serves the UK region of UKK24. The procurement was managed through an open competition and has reached the 'award' stage, with the contract signed on 1st July 2025, and it is set to run until 30th June 2028, with possible extensions up to 2030.

The contract has been awarded to HALL MARK MEAT HYGIENE LIMITED, a company located in Berkeley, UK. The total contract is valued at £150,000, excluding potential extension options. This tender presents business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs skilled in veterinary services and compliance with regulatory standards related to goods entering from the EU.

Companies involved in veterinary compliance, quality control, and official control of animal products will find this contract particularly aligned with their expertise. The procurement method supports open competition, which encourages a diverse range of businesses to participate, ideal for small to medium enterprises looking to expand their roles in public service contracts. With the focus on electronic submission, businesses adept in digital tender submissions will be best positioned to compete in such open procurement processes.