
Would you like to receive update from CareSync Experts?
Summary, notice description and lot information
The City of Edinburgh Council is planning to procure a pet kennelling service, aimed at supporting service users in temporary accommodation within Edinburgh and the Lothians. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the tender titled "Pet Kennelling Service" and classified under dog kennel services and domestic animal nurseries. The council seeks a suitably licensed and qualified service provider who can manage a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, small animals, and exotic pets.
Interested providers must express their interest through Public Contracts Scotland by 12 noon on 17th December 2025. The council will release future notices concerning this procurement on 15th January 2026. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the pet care industry to expand their operations or establish a presence in the public sector.
Service providers with expertise in animal care and suitable facilities for accommodating different types of pets will find this contract particularly advantageous. The focus on a wide range of animals could attract businesses specialising in specific pet categories, such as exotic pets or small animals, as they can showcase their unique services to fulfil the council's requirements. Enterprises looking to build a partnership with a regional authority like The City of Edinburgh Council can leverage this opportunity for substantial business growth.
The purpose of this Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to: - advise the market that the Council require to appoint a Service Provider to deliver a contract for pet kennelling services as the current contract ends on 30 March 2026; and - seek notes of interest from suitably licensed/qualified pet kennelling Service Providers, in order to assess the Service Provider market. Please see the attached PIN notice for further information. Additional information: If you wish to note interest in this contract opportunity, please indicate so on Public Contract Scotland by noting interest and complete the attached brief questionnaire and email it to kat.mcclory@edinburgh.gov.uk by 12 noon Wednesday 17 December 2025. Responses submitted after 12 noon Wednesday 17 December 2025 may not be considered.
Notice type, method, and CPV codes
Financial information and value estimates
Contract duration information not available.
Publication, submission, and award timeline
Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts
Buyer organisation and contact details
Supplier who was awarded this contract
External resources and data downloads
The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector.
Our expert team can help you prepare a winning bid. Get professional support from CareSync Experts.
Get in touch with our team at Care Sync Experts today for a consultation.
Email: hello@caresyncexperts.co.uk
Phone: 0333 577 0877
Contact Us