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PHYSICAL FORENSIC SERVICE for the North East

DURHAM CONSTABULARY

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08 Oct 2024 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

Durham Constabulary has awarded a five-year contract for Physical Forensic Services to Eurofins Forensic Services Limited. This procurement, under the Physical Forensic Service Dynamic Purchasing System, covers the North East region of the United Kingdom and falls within the "Other services" category. The contract, valued at £7,000,000, commenced on 1st September 2023 and will run until 31st August 2028. This selective procurement method involved a further competition, with key completion dates including the tender period ending on 31st August 2023 and the award date being 31st August 2023.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic services, particularly larger companies that can handle a substantial contract value. The dynamic purchasing system approach ensures that only qualified suppliers can compete, making it a viable opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the physical forensics market. By partnering with reputable organisations such as Durham Constabulary, businesses can enhance their credibility and gain substantial experience, aiding in future procurement opportunities. The focus on the North East region also means that firms with established operations there will have an advantage.

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Notice Title

PHYSICAL FORENSIC SERVICE for the North East

Notice Description

Tender ran by BLC on behalf of the Northeast Forces for Physical Forensics Service. Further Competition under the Physical Forensic Service Dynamic Purchasing System. BLC0060NE-D

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a81c9628-2419-4776-a88a-42d259949dee
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/702cf90f-66f0-420f-9165-c79ff993c483
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98390000 - Other services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2028 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
DURHAM CONSTABULARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EUROFINS FORENSIC SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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