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National Crime Scene Consumables

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, ESSEX, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

27 Dec 2024 at 15:44

Award

27 Dec 2024 at 15:43

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31 Oct 2024 at 13:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioners for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk, and Suffolk have completed the award stage for the procurement of National Crime Scene Consumables. The procurement, managed by 7 Forces Commercial Services through the BlueLight Commercial framework BLC087, focuses on clinical forensics equipment and supplies. Key dates include the contract starting on 1 October 2024, with some parts starting 3 February 2025. The procurement covers a wide range of goods, divided into ten lots, and is valued at £6,300,000. The initial contract period is for two years, ending on 30 September 2026, with the possibility of three additional one-year extensions, extending the potential end date to 30 September 2029. The buyer and supplier details highlight a regional impact focused in the East of England, United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic evidence kits, personal protective equipment, and various crime scene consumables. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, as the suitability criteria favour such businesses. With an overall budget of £6,300,000 and the potential for multiple contract extensions, businesses engaged in the supply of specialised forensic materials and equipment can significantly benefit. Given the framework's comprehensive range of products and long-term engagement, established suppliers and niche market entrants alike can leverage this opportunity for growth and stability in the public procurement sector.

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Notice Title

National Crime Scene Consumables

Notice Description

This is notice of 7 Forces Commercial Services direct award via BlueLight Commercial framework BLC087 on behalf of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies. BLC has awarded a National Framework for the provision of Crime Scene Consumables (CSC) following the completion of a competitive process. This Framework is to replace the National Scene of Crime Consumables Framework (NSOCC) which has now expired. The CSC Framework goes live on 01 October 2024 (please note that Lot 6 - Subject DNA Sampling Kits does not go live until 03 February 2025). The CSC Framework is made up of 10 Lots, as follows: Lot Title Lot 1 Packaging, General Lot 2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Lot 3 Impression Material Lot 4 Scene Preservation Lot 5 Medical Consumables Lot 6 Subject DNA Sampling Kits Lot 7 Chemicals Lot 8 Fingerprint Powders Lot 9 Forensic Evidential Kits & Forensic DNA Grade Consumables Lot 10 Packaging, Printed & EtO The contract for each Force is initially for 2 years (until 30th September 2026) with 3 x 1 year optional extensions, potential end date 30th September 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c440aab6-0f22-4f40-8fc8-8cafb760be91
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,300,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 Over 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, ESSEX, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK
Additional Buyers

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK

Contact Name
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WYMONDHAM
Postcode
NR18 0WW
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
South Wymondham
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCENESAFE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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