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30 Apr 2024 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The South Lanarkshire Council is seeking proposals for the provision of Toxicology Services, a contract worth £115,000 GBP. The procurement process involves the delivery of testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard, and access to an online portal. The deadline for tender submissions is on 30th May 2024, and the bid opening date is on the same day. This opportunity falls under the 'services' category, and the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions.

This tender issued by South Lanarkshire Council presents an opportunity for businesses to provide Toxicology Services and related support. Companies experienced in providing healthcare services, forensic testing, and laboratory operations are well-suited to participate. The contract includes options for renewal subject to performance evaluation, offering potential for long-term business engagement and growth. The procurement process emphasises community benefits and quality standards, reflecting the buyer's commitment to social responsibility and service excellence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Toxicology Services

Notice Description

South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources is seeking to appoint a provider to provide saliva testing to the Drug Testing and Treatment Order (DTTO) Team. Currently DTTO Team test for a basic range of drugs which includes methadone, buprenorphine, 6-MAM, opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines, with additional options to test for amphetamines. The full service includes the delivery of the testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard and access to an online portal obtain test results, reports, etc. An appointed account manager, helpline, and quarterly service meetings will be required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement will be conducted via the Open Tendering procedure and the ITT will be published in Public Contracts Scotland Tender(PCST).. Quality Award Criteria listed below: Service Delivery and Operational Requirements Continuation of Service Implementation and Mobilisation Plan Training and Support Information/Data Management and Security Exit Strategy Innovation Fair Work First Community Benefits - minimum of 40 points Sustainability

Renewal: Contract has an optional extension of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance, financial standing and available funding. Contract will be renewed prior to the end of the contract period of any contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR504215
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85148000 - Medical analysis services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£115,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2029

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Lanarkshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMILTON
Postcode
ML3 0AA
Postcode Area
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM95 South Lanarkshire

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Hamilton North and East
Westminster Constituency
Hamilton and Clyde Valley

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR504215
    Provision of Toxicology Services - South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources is seeking to appoint a provider to provide saliva testing to the Drug Testing and Treatment Order (DTTO) Team. Currently DTTO Team test for a basic range of drugs which includes methadone, buprenorphine, 6-MAM, opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines, with additional options to test for amphetamines. The full service includes the delivery of the testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard and access to an online portal obtain test results, reports, etc. An appointed account manager, helpline, and quarterly service meetings will be required.

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