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Drug and Alcohol Testing 25+

NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES

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30 Sep 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Drug and Alcohol Testing 25+" contract has been completed, with Nuclear Restoration Services acting as the buying organisation. This tender, focusing on the provision of drug and alcohol testing services, falls under the industry category of drug detection and laboratory services. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The process reached the award stage, with the contract awarded to Abbott Toxicology Limited on 29th September 2025. The contract period runs from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2029 and is valued at £243,000. The geographical scope includes the United Kingdom and various international locations, offering extensive service coverage.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses experienced in drug detection and laboratory services, especially for those with capabilities in delivering comprehensive testing solutions across multiple regions. Companies specialised in providing testing apparatus and health services could find this contract advantageous. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this opportunity, suggesting a favourable landscape for businesses looking to expand within the public sector market. The substantial contract value and extended duration further enhance its attractiveness for companies seeking long-term engagements.

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Notice Title

Drug and Alcohol Testing 25+

Notice Description

For the provision of drug and alcohol testing services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06967f56-2baf-48bd-add9-fb0d2d28cc59
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a68cd6dd-d4cf-449d-ad19-00c5f2960438
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

33124131 - Reagent strips

33141900 - Blood lancets

33696200 - Blood-testing reagents

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

38434520 - Blood analysers

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

38544000 - Drug detection apparatus

71900000 - Laboratory services

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£243,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£243,333 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Sep 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NUCLEAR RESTORATION SERVICES
Contact Name
Amy Vale
Contact Email
amy.vale@nrservices.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABBOTT TOXICOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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