This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

24 Mar 2021 at 00:00

Tender

13 Nov 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking suppliers for the "Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance." This procurement falls within the public order and safety sector and is located in Dundee, UK. The tender was initiated on 13th November 2020 and has since moved through various stages, currently being complete as of 24th March 2021. The contract was awarded through an open procedure and includes an active contract valued at £628,242.29, which was signed on 2nd March 2021. Key details highlight the requirement for a comprehensive system tailored for forensic genetics, including necessary kits and maintenance services.

This opportunity represents significant potential for growth, especially for businesses specialising in forensic technology, medical supplies, or systems integration. Companies capable of delivering high-quality MPS systems and related services, including software analysis, would be particularly well-suited to engage in this procurement. Firms that meet rigorous insurance and regulatory standards, as well as demonstrate prior experience in similar contracts, may find this an advantageous pathway to expand their client base within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance

Notice Description

MPS System with Kits and maintenance package

Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Police Authority, Forensic Services, has a requirement to procure a MPS system, along with kits for forensic genetics use, software to analyse the results and an associated maintenance package.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract for 2 periods of up to 24 months each.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000635236
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410265
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£628,242 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish Police Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G51 1DZ
Postcode Area
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
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Life Technologies Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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