Tender

Provision of DNA, Drug & Alcohol and Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

HULL CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

Hull City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is seeking tenders for the provision of DNA, Drug & Alcohol, and Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) services. This tender, identified as LP/25, falls under the services category and is open to competition using a below-threshold method. The procurement is divided into three lots, with the contract expected to start on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029, featuring an optional one-year extension. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 19th December 2025. The procurement is set to be conducted in the region of Hull, United Kingdom, and targets the healthcare sector specifically engaging with medical laboratories.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses in the medical testing industry, particularly those specialising in DNA, drug and alcohol, and prenatal testing. With an estimated annual service value of £108,380, small and medium enterprises, as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises, are encouraged to participate due to the tender’s compatibility with a wide range of organisational sizes. The structure of the tender, split into three lots, offers multiple opportunities for businesses to secure contracts, each allowing up to three suppliers per lot on a rotational direct award basis. Businesses demonstrating strong relevant experience, robust delivery methodologies, and best practice in training and safeguarding stand a good chance of securing a place, alongside competitive pricing. The inclusion of social value in the award criteria highlights an opportunity for businesses committed to contributing positively to the community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of DNA, Drug & Alcohol and Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

Notice Description

Hull City Council (The Authority) is seeking tenders from interested organisations to provide DNA, Drug & Alcohol and Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing. The tender is split into 3 lots. It shall be via the open procedure consisting of a one stage process. The contract is anticipated to commence 1st April 2026 ending by 31st March 2029 with an option to extend for a period of 1 x 12 month period. The Authority has estimated the value of the Services to be PS108,380 per annum. The estimated value is given in good faith to assist tenderers in making their submissions, it should not be interpreted as an undertaking to purchase any goods, services or works to any particular value by the Authority and does not form part of the Contract. Further information is contained within the tender documentation. Please ensure all tender submission documents are completed as detailed. Incomplete bids will be eliminated from further process.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - DNA Sampling and Testing

DNA sampling and testing. Maximum of 3 suppliers shall be awarded a ranked place on Lot 1. The call off shall work on direct award via rotation.

Renewal: Option to extend 1 x 12 month period at the sole discretion of the Authority. The estimated value for this lot shall therefore be PS195,000 including the extension period.

Lot 2 - Drug and Alcohol Sampling and Testing

Drug and Alcohol Sampling and Testing. Maximum of 3 suppliers shall be awarded a ranked place on Lot 2. The call off shall work on direct award via rotation.

Renewal: Option to extend 1 x 12 month period at the sole discretion of the Authority. The estimated value for this lot shall therefore be PS195,000 including the extension period.

Lot 3 - Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)

Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT). Maximum of 3 suppliers shall be awarded a ranked place on Lot 3. The call off shall work on direct award via rotation.

Renewal: Option to extend 1 x 12 month period at the sole discretion of the Authority. The estimated value for this lot shall therefore be PS43,520 including the extension period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e47c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075262-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£325,140 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£325,140 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HULL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lucy Pattinson
Contact Email
lucy.pattinson@hullcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1482615737

Buyer Location

Locality
HULL
Postcode
HU1 2AA
Post Town
Hull
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of
Delivery Location
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of

Local Authority
Kingston upon Hull, City of
Electoral Ward
St Andrew's & Docklands
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice

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