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Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles

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08 Apr 2026 at 13:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, located in London, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles". This contract falls under the research services industry category and was procured through a "Below Threshold Direct Award" method. The procurement stage is currently at the Award stage, with the contract having been awarded to DNA Principal Forensics as of 27th March 2026. The contract period is from 31st March 2026 to 30th September 2026. This project takes place in London, and the contract was valued at £22,400.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in research services, providing a chance to expand their portfolios within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future, given the tender's suitability criteria that favour SMEs. The focus on niche research capabilities can foster partnerships and innovation, positioning businesses to further engage in public sector opportunities that leverage specialised forensic research capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles

Notice Description

Contract award of Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-538ba55c-e91c-4a42-834d-924b01d7d34d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f11a3643-2124-467c-9cf2-440b36a93c12
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Below Threshold Direct Award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DNA PRINCIPAL FORENSICS

Further Information

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