Stray Dog Collection and Kennelling Services for Lewes and Eastbourne

The Councils have a statutory duty under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 to collect and detain stray dogs found in the District. This contract covers emergency collection services for dogs brought to designated collection points outside normal Council opening hours, as required by the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2007. The service must be provided throughout the geographic area of Lewes and Eastbourne Councils on a year-round basis. Contractors must be based in East Sussex to be eligible to bid. This is a below-threshold procurement contract where participation is limited to local area contractors in accordance with the 2026 Order Article 3(3).