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ID 5596417 - DoJ - FSNI - Supply, delivery, installation and support of a Benchtop X-Ray Diffraction System

Forensic Science Northern Ireland

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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15 May 2025 at 12:14

Award Notice
Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 11:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Ireland Department of Justice, acting through Forensic Science Northern Ireland (FSNI), has completed its tender for the supply, delivery, installation, and support of a Benchtop X-Ray Diffraction System. Classified under the industry category of 'X-ray devices,' this procurement is crucial for the identification of explosive samples, drug analysis, and their precursors. The procurement process, initiated through an open procedure, commenced with a tender stage and concluded with the awarding of the contract by 15 May 2025. The contract is set for a five-year term, with a potential five-year extension, and serves the UK region, specifically Northern Ireland (UKN). The total contract value is approximately £165,906.30 GBP.

This tender, aimed at advancing forensic capabilities in Northern Ireland, offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in clinical forensic equipment, laboratory installations, and precision apparatus. Companies with expertise in developing and supporting such systems, particularly SMEs, can benefit from this contract by positioning themselves as key suppliers of high-tech analytical devices. The procurement method allows electronic submission of bids, creating accessible opportunities for both local businesses and those from the EU and beyond. As the public sector continues to invest in advanced forensic technology, firms capable of providing quality system performance and effective contract management stand poised to expand their service offerings and establish lasting relationships with public entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ID 5596417 - DoJ - FSNI - Supply, delivery, installation and support of a Benchtop X-Ray Diffraction System

Notice Description

FSNI wish to establish a contract for the supply, installation and maintenance of a new Benchtop X-ray Diffraction System for the identification of explosive samples, their precursors and unknowns, as well as for use in drug analysis.

Lot Information

Lot 1

FSNI wish to establish a contract for the supply, installation and maintenance of a new Benchtop X-ray Diffraction System for the identification of explosive samples, their precursors and unknowns, as well as for use in drug analysis.

Options: The contract will remain in place for an initial period of five years with one optional extension of up to 5 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e626
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021682-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

33111000 - X-ray devices

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

38582000 - X-ray inspection equipment

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£165,906 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT3 9ED
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)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Information withheld for security reasons

Further Information

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