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Provision of Drug Testing

POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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17 Mar 2026 at 10:14

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has completed the procurement process for the provision of drug testing services, targeted for the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service. This tender is classified under the drug detection apparatus and laboratory services industry categories and is situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement. The award was confirmed on 19th February 2026, and the awarded contract spans from 23rd February 2026 to 22nd February 2029, with a total value of £15,000. Abbott Toxicology Ltd, identified as an SME, has been selected as the supplier.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in drug detection and laboratory services. SMEs are particularly encouraged to engage, given the facilitated procurement method as part of a framework agreement. The requirement for drug testing services within the Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service presents a niche market, advantageous for businesses that possess the necessary expertise and capability to deliver quality services efficiently. For companies looking to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector, participation in such contracts provides an excellent platform for building robust business relationships with governmental entities.

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Notice Title

Provision of Drug Testing

Notice Description

Provision of Drug Testing for Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f4b0b4fb-5833-4c9c-b3d8-66c88045ce91
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f36384a6-fce8-4c86-a009-71037022a6db
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38544000 - Drug detection apparatus

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2029 3-4 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
POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN4 0JQ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
East Hunsbury and Shelfleys
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABBOTT TOXICOLOGY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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