Tender

Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing Services

ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH

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Tender

17 Oct 2019 at 14:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is currently initiating a tender process for Drug, Alcohol, and DNA testing services, with a total contract value of £175,500. This procurement falls under the social work and related services category and is specifically aimed at providing essential testing services for parents and caregivers involved in child protection cases. The tender period is set to close on 31st October 2019, and the contract itself is expected to commence on 2nd December 2019, running until 30th November 2024. The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, promoting transparency and accessibility for all interested parties.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the health services and social care sectors, particularly those specialising in drug detection and analysis services. Companies that provide testing equipment or clinical services, as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-positioned to compete for this contract. By engaging in this process, businesses can contribute to vital child protection efforts while also expanding their market presence in a crucial service area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing Services

Notice Description

The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking to commission a service for the provision of both Drug and Alcohol testing service and DNA testing service for parents and care givers of children alleged to be in need of protection. The Drug and Alcohol testing service is designed to assist social workers in their assessments and support decision making in child protection and care proceedings. The service is designed to test parents for drugs that are controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. The purpose of the test is to supply information on pattern of drug misuse, identify parents misusing drugs and provide opportunity to improve safety decision making and outcomes for children receiving child protection services. The outcome of the tests combined with sound clinical judgement is aimed at strengthening child safety for children in need of care and protection. The DNA testing service is designed to establish paternity in private law cases ordered by the courts. The outcome of the tests combined with sound clinical judgement is aimed at strengthening child safety for children in need of care and protection.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3507a185-85b2-4a39-b6ad-3769ba7832c8
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
SME, VCSE
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

38544000 - Drug detection apparatus

85111810 - Blood analysis services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Dec 2019 - 30 Nov 2024 Over 5 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
ROYAL BOROUGH OF GREENWICH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE18 6HQ
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Woolwich Arsenal
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

Further Information

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