Tender

Drug Testing Products and Laboratory Analysis for use within Children's Social Care

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Jan 2018 at 11:41

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nottinghamshire County Council is currently conducting a tender process for "Drug Testing Products and Laboratory Analysis for use within Children's Social Care." This procurement falls under the services industry category and is aimed at supporting social workers in assessing concerns regarding substance misuse. The tender is in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 28th February 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2018, lasting three years, with an option for two extensions of up to 12 months each. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services and drug testing products, particularly those capable of providing point-of-care testing kits and associated professional services. Companies involved in forensic analysis, medical supply provision, and DNA paternity testing would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Collaborating with public authorities and understanding the specific needs outlined in this tender can help businesses expand their reach within the public sector, potentially leading to valuable long-term partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Drug Testing Products and Laboratory Analysis for use within Children's Social Care

Notice Description

Nottinghamshire County Council (The Council) is seeking tenders for Drug Testing Products and Laboratory Analysis for use within Children's Social Care as described in the service specification. By undertaking 'point-of-care' testing, social workers in Children's Social Care (CSC) can screen parents / carers during home visits where there are concerns about substance misuse, with follow-up evidence tests in cases of a positive result. In a similar manner, testing for alcohol may be undertaken where a reasonable suspicion of excessive intoxication exists. Hair strand testing is also used by the Local Authority, usually in Care Proceedings, to determine longer term substance misuse / misuse history. The results of these tests can then provide evidence in safety and wellbeing decision-making for the best interested of a child or young person. In addition to tests in respect of substance misuse the Local Authority, usually in Care Proceedings, also commissions DNA paternity testing, results from these tests are used to inform assessments and care planning in respect of vulnerable children. The initial term of this contract will be three years with the option to extend for a further two years in increments of up to 12 months The agreement will cover the requirements of the Council for the following two categories; 1. Social Care staff administered testing kits & consumables, with associated testing services. 2. Specialist testing services, & professional services. Suppliers bidding for lot 1, must also be able to offer services for both lots. The council expects to be able to satisfy its requirements through the framework but will reserve the right to purchase outside it , if for instance we are sharing the costs in court and the judge decides to use another Supplier, or if the other party has secured the service at better value. The framework will also be open to be used by other Commissioning Authorities in the East midlands region.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/97f59f44-e1d8-425e-89e1-96c67f32c985
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
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

38911000 - Manual swab test kits

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

85148000 - Medical analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 3-4 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
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 7QP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF16 South Nottinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Rushcliffe
Electoral Ward
Trent Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Rushcliffe

Further Information

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