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Forensic Histology Services

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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27 Apr 2026 at 15:07

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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19 Feb 2026 at 11:15

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioners for Norfolk, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, and Suffolk have awarded a contract for forensic histology services. This direct award, due to technical necessity, was signed on 23 April 2026 and will commence on 1 May 2026, extending potentially until 31 March 2028, with further renewal options. The procurement process, initiated by the Norfolk Commissioner as the buyer, falls under public authority and sub-central government categories. This contract supports vital forensic pathology services necessary for the criminal justice process and is valued at £190,000 gross over the contract term, culminating in significant opportunities for the supplier, Forensic Access Ltd, based in Wantage, UK.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in forensic pathology, histology, or similar specialised services. Companies that can offer expertise and reliable service delivery under stringent time and vetting requirements may find this contract particularly lucrative. Additionally, organisations capable of navigating changes in technology, case submission processes, and legislative requirements will be well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Small to medium-sized enterprises may benefit significantly from engaging with sub-central government authorities to provide essential services under mandatory technical specifications, thereby expanding their footprint in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Forensic Histology Services

Notice Description

Forensic Pathology Services Histology Element Histology often assists with the pathologist determining a precise cause of death and is therefore a pivotal requirement in support of the coronial and criminal justice process

Procurement Information

a) Due to absence of competition for technical reasons, only one particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required and b) There are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0657ed
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038129-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85111800 - Pathology services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£237,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£158,333 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk
Additional Buyers

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Cambridgeshire

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARPENDEN
Postcode
NR18 0WW
Postcode Area
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Norfolk
Electoral Ward
South Wymondham
Westminster Constituency
South Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Forensic Access Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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