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Border Force Forensic Testing Services

HOME OFFICE

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18 Jun 2025 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Border Force Forensic Testing Services" was conducted by the Home Office, located in London, England. This award phase encompasses laboratory services within the industry category, specifically forensic testing, under a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period initiated on 23 May 2025 and will conclude on 22 May 2028, covering services delivered in various locations including the United Kingdom and overseas territories. The tender has been completed, with Eurofins Forensic Services Limited identified as the supplier, and the procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses within the laboratory services sector, particularly those specialising in forensic testing. Companies that can offer innovative technologies and efficient service delivery will be well-suited to compete. With a significant contract value and a multi-year duration, it provides a stable avenue for business expansion. The framework agreement structure allows businesses to engage in specialised services, providing a platform for growth and recognition in the forensic analysis domain within both domestic and international markets.

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Notice Title

Border Force Forensic Testing Services

Notice Description

Forensic Testing Services for Border Force

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fecabf58-c6b8-4815-8266-47eb775c0af9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7478670-4164-473e-81c7-d7b0fa22bd94
Current Stage
Award
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
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
22 May 2025 - 22 May 2028 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EUROFINS FORENSIC SERVICES

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