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Toxicology Analysis and Reports Service

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2021 at 08:25

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Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council is currently seeking to procure a Toxicology Analysis and Reports Service, which is vital for establishing the cause of death within its jurisdiction covering a population of approximately 920,000. The tender process is classified under the service industry category, specifically for toxic substances monitoring services, and is underway with an end date for submissions set for 27th May 2021. The contract is expected to commence on 1st August 2021 and will run for four years until 31st July 2025. This procurement follows an open method above threshold standards.

This opportunity presents a significant potential for growth for businesses specialising in toxicology services and related analyses. Companies with the capability to provide expert toxicological evaluation and reporting, especially those qualified to work within legal and health frameworks, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider participation, as the buying organisation is open to engaging with them in this process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Toxicology Analysis and Reports Service

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council is looking to procure a toxicology analysis and reports service. The Norfolk Coroner jurisdiction covers a population of 920,000 and has approximately 3000 reported deaths a year. Under the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (the 2009 Act), the Coroners (Investigation) Regulations 2013 and the Coroners (Inquest Rules) 2013, the Coroner is required to establish the cause of a person's death. If the cause of death is unknown, then the Coroner will instruct a pathologist to conduct an examination to establish the cause of death. As part of that examination the pathologist may request that samples taken during examination are submitted for toxicological analysis. Norfolk County Council is responsible for meeting all costs of the service and for arranging a toxicology service to support the needs of the Senior Coroner. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82f2d578-7d6a-491a-9966-1fbc6c6ebf00
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90743100 - Toxic substances monitoring services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2021 - 31 Jul 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORFOLK
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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