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DNA, Drug and Alcohol Testing Services Framework

Liverpool City Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

31 Jul 2025 at 14:25

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TenderUpdate

21 Feb 2025 at 10:36

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 09:18

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Liverpool City Council, in collaboration with Liverpool City Region Local Authorities, revolves around a framework for DNA, Drug, and Alcohol Testing Services. This public procurement falls under the services category with a focus on medical laboratory services and takes place within the UKD region. The procedure is set as an open method, structured to form a framework agreement, allowing a maximum of three participants. The tendering phase was initiated on 21 February 2025, with an end date for submissions set for 21 March 2025. Contracts for these services have been signed as of 7 July 2025, indicating the award stage's culmination. The process has included participation from multiple regional authorities, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations related to forensic testing supporting child safeguarding and legal procedures.

This procurement opens doors for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services, particularly those with expertise in forensic testing. Companies like DNA Legal Ltd and Alpha Biolaboratories Legal Ltd, both classified as SMEs, have been active participants, underscoring opportunities for similar enterprises to thrive. The framework is well-suited for laboratories complying with UKAS accreditation and ISO 17025 standards, aiming to provide DNA, drug, and alcohol testing services tailored to specific legal and social care requirements. Participation allows businesses to engage with regional authorities, facilitating growth through the delivery of quality services aligned with public sector needs. The emphasis on quality, social value, and cost in award criteria further encourages competitive and innovative service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DNA, Drug and Alcohol Testing Services Framework

Notice Description

A broad range of medical testing services, including forensic and toxicology testing, which typically encompasses drug and alcohol screening

Lot Information

DNA Sampling & Testing

DNA Sampling & Testing

Drug & Alcohol Sampling & Testing

Drug & Alcohol Sampling & Testing

Drug Sampling & Testing (LCC Taxi Licensing Unit)

Drug Sampling & Testing (LCC Taxi Licensing Unit)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e5d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044791-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20251 years ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Liverpool City Council
Additional Buyers

Halton Borough Council

Knowsley Council

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Council

St Helens Borough Council

Wirral Council

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENHEAD
Postcode
L3 1DS
Postcode Area
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England), TLD72 Liverpool
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Alpha Biolaboratories Legal Ltd

DNA Legal Ltd

Further Information

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