Planning

Drugs Testing on Arrest Devices (DTOA-D) 2026+

THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

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PlanningUpdate

15 Jul 2025 at 20:58

PlanningUpdate

15 Jul 2025 at 20:57

Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is being led by The Mayor's Office for Policing And Crime, a central government authority located in London. The contracting initiative titled "Drugs Testing on Arrest Devices (DTOA-D) 2026+" falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment procurement, specifically targeting Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services. Currently, the process is in the planning stage, with a planned notice date set for 30 September 2025. The contract period is scheduled to run from 31 March 2026 to 31 March 2028, suggesting ample time for the preparation and submission of proposals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of laboratory diagnostics and related precision equipment. Suppliers within the forensic services sector, particularly those with expertise in drug testing technologies, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement will be conducted via the NHS Supply Chain Framework, providing a structured avenue for businesses to engage with public sector needs strategically. With an estimated contract value of £750,000 to £900,000 GBP, this opportunity is primed for companies looking to expand their footprint in the public safety and healthcare industries.

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Notice Title

Drugs Testing on Arrest Devices (DTOA-D) 2026+

Notice Description

<p>Procure Call-Off Contract via via NHS Supply Chain Framework for the supply of 'Laboratory Diagnostics, Point of Care Testing and Pathology Managed Services' (ref. 2023/S 000-028831): <a href="https://bluelightcommercial.police.uk/helping-police/forensics/drug-testing-on-arrest/">BlueLight Commercial | Forensic Services | Drugs Testing on Arrest</a></p>

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0520b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040295-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME
Contact Name
Stephanie Langton
Contact Email
stephanie.langton@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2AA
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

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