Award

Forensic Services Logistics Solution

SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

06 Aug 2019 at 00:00

Tender

11 Oct 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is currently conducting a public procurement process for the "Forensic Services Logistics Solution". This tender falls under the services category, specifically aimed at public order and safety. The location for the services will primarily be Scotland, with potential requests across the UK. The procurement process commenced on 11 October 2018 and the tender submission period will close on 12 November 2018 at 12:00 UK time. The estimated contract value is £900,000 excluding VAT, with an initial term of three years and an option to extend for an additional year. This procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, inviting bids from any interested parties.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses providing logistics and forensic services, particularly those with experience in handling sensitive materials and compliance with legal requirements, such as the Firearms Act. Companies that can demonstrate a strong track record in service delivery and possess relevant quality control processes will be well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, businesses should be prepared to meet financial criteria, including a minimum annual turnover of £500,000. This contract could contribute to building long-term partnerships within the public safety sector and drive growth through ongoing service requirements.

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Notice Title

Forensic Services Logistics Solution

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority (SPA) seek to award a contract for the provision of Logistics Services for Forensic Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

It is the intention of the SPA that any contract awarded pursuant to this ITT will be awarded to one service provider. The SPA is not bound to accept the lowest or any Offer or Tender and reserves the right not to award any contract pursuant to this ITT and the procurement process of which it forms part of. Subject to the requirements of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 as amended, should the SPA approve the award of a contract, a formal written acceptance will be issued on its behalf to the successful Tenderer.

Renewal: Option to extend initial 36 month contract for a period of 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000559302
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG362437
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services


CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20196 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lynsey.melville@scotland.pnn.police.uk, neil.frame03@hotmail.com
Contact Phone
+44 1786895855, +44 1786895909

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Govan
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow South West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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