Award

DNA & Genealogy Services

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

21 May 2018 at 11:13

TenderAmendment

22 Feb 2018 at 14:20

Tender

22 Feb 2018 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has awarded a contract for DNA and Genealogy Services as part of their efforts coordinated by the Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC). This contract, valued at £300,000, falls within the laboratory services industry category and is located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 21st May 2018 and will run until 20th May 2020. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the tender was completed as of 27th March 2018.

This opportunity is ideal for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory and genealogy services, enabling them to engage in critical identification work related to historic military remains. Companies that provide testing and analytical services, as well as those with expertise in genealogy research, will find this contract particularly relevant. Engaging with the MOD's efforts not only builds capability in a niche service area but also enhances visibility and reputation in the public sector.

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Notice Title

DNA & Genealogy Services

Notice Description

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC), Commemorative casework team are responsible for coordinating efforts to establish the identity of historic human remains recovered from battlefields and aircraft crash sites involving British service personnel and arranging a fitting burial. DNA analysis may be required to assist with confirming the identities of the remains where other methods have proved inconclusive. Genealogy services may also be required to assist in the identification process. The contract will be for the provision of DNA and Genealogy services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0df908db-73e4-45e2-b8aa-9dc2922f94b0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20187 years ago
Contract Period
20 May 2018 - 20 May 2020 2-3 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLOUCESTER
Postcode
GL3 1HW
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Tewkesbury
Electoral Ward
Innsworth
Westminster Constituency
Tewkesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ORCHID CELLMARK

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