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Summary of the contracting process

The Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is currently running a procurement process titled "ID 4194215 DoJ FSNI DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on clinical forensics equipment and supplies. The contract is set to remain active for an initial period of seven years, with two optional extensions available. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 1st July 2022 and the bid opening occurring concurrently on the same date. The procurement will follow an open procedure, inviting various suppliers to participate in the process, with a total estimated value of £5,900,000 for the entire contract across multiple lots.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the medical and forensic equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in DNA extraction and profiling technologies. Suppliers capable of meeting the strict standards set by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board are encouraged to consider bidding. Businesses that produce relevant kits—such as Casework Extraction Kits and profiling kits—will likely find this tender aligns well with their offerings, enabling them to scale their operations and enhance their market presence through participation in this long-term contract opportunity.

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Notice Title

ID 4194215 DoJ FSNI DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits

Notice Description

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Lot Information

Lot 1 Casework Extraction Kits - Kit A Enhanced DNA Extraction

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 1 Casework Extraction Kits - Kit B Complementary Purification

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 2 Profiling Kits - Subject / Direct Amplification Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 1

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 2 Profiling Kits - Subject / Direct Amplification Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 2

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 2 Profiling Kits - Subject / Direct Amplification Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 3

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 3 Profiling Kits - Case Work Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 1

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 3 Profiling Kits - Case Work Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 2

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Lot 3 Profiling Kits - Case Work Stream Samples - Proposed Kit 3

Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI) is seeking to establish a Contract for the supply, and delivery of DNA Extraction and Profiling Kits that are approved by the Forensic Information Database Service (FINDS) Strategy Board for upload to the UK National DNA Database. The Contract will remain in place for an initial period of 7 years, with two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years). If tendering for Lot 1 (Casework Extraction Kits), two kits must be provided (kits A and B). If tendering for Lots 2 and 3 (profiling kits), one kit can be proposed up to a maximum of 3 kits per Lot.

Options: There are two options to extend (for any period up to and including 3 years then 2 years).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-034288
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015330-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

33900000 - Post-mortem and mortuary equipment and supplies

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,900,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Forensic Science Northern Ireland FSNI
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARRICKFERGUS
Postcode
BT38 8PL
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Greenisland
Westminster Constituency
East Antrim

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