Planning

Forensic Laboratory DNA Equipment Servicing and Consumables 2026/27

THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME

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PlanningUpdate

15 Jul 2025 at 20:58

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:02

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Forensic Laboratory DNA Equipment Servicing and Consumables 2026/27" tender is currently in the planning stage, initiated by The Mayor's Office for Policing And Crime, a central government authority located in London, United Kingdom. This process, focused on the procurement of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, including rapid DNA profiling and reagents, falls under the goods category. The planned contract period spans from 31st March 2026 to 31st March 2027, with critical communication slated for 30th September 2025. The procurement process adheres to the legal framework established by UKPGA 2023/54, with a gross estimated value of £324,000.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for firms specialising in laboratory equipment servicing and supply, notably those with expertise in DNA profiling technologies and consumables. Companies capable of providing high-quality precision equipment at competitive prices will find this procurement appealing. Given the nature of the procurement, businesses with a solid track record of collaboration with public sector clients, particularly those with experience in governmental or forensic projects, will be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in such a contract could potentially yield long-term partnerships and enhance market presence within the forensic and laboratory industry sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Forensic Laboratory DNA Equipment Servicing and Consumables 2026/27

Notice Description

<p>Forensic Laboratory Equipment Servicing and Consumables, including rapid DNA profiling, and DNA reagents.</p>

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0520b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040297-2025
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
£270,000 £100K-£500K
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 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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