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DNA Sequencer

Scottish Police Authority

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

19 Sep 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Tender

29 Aug 2025 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Police Authority has issued an open tender for the procurement of DNA Sequencers necessary for STR Analysis using capillary electrophoresis. This contract includes installation, training, and a maintenance package. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category with a CPV classification of '33950000' and is primarily located in the Glasgow region (UKM). The current stage of this procurement is at the tender phase with the submission deadline set for 29th September 2025 by 12:00 PM. The contract value is estimated at £3,500,000, with a duration of seven years plus options for extension. Potential bidders must meet economic and financial criteria as specified and submissions are to be made electronically through the Public Contracts Scotland portal.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive post-installation and training services. Given the critical nature of forensic analysis equipment, businesses with robust experience and proven capabilities in similar high-stake environments would find this tender well-suited to their expertise. Furthermore, firms that offer community benefits such as apprenticeships and local employment are encouraged, as such contributions are expected and will form part of the evaluation. This procurement process could enhance a company's portfolio, offering a long-term engagement with a high-profile public sector organisation like the Scottish Police Authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DNA Sequencer

Notice Description

The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") is required to tender an opportunity to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor to provide DNA Sequencers for STR Analysis using capillary electrophoresis plus post installation, training and an associated maintenance package.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SPA Forensic Services has a requirement to procure and install an automated liquid handling system plus post installation training, an associated maintenance package and consumables. The instrument must be able to precisely and accurately sample, dilute and dispense solvated certified drug reference materials to produce complex drug mixes for the purpose of calibration and quality control samples for quantification purposes.. The duration of the contract will be Seven (7) years with the option to extend the Contract for a further Three (3) periods of up to Twelve (12) months at the sole discretion of the Authority.

Renewal: Option to extend the Contract for a further Three (3) periods of up to Twelve (12) months at the sole discretion of the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539566
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

CPV Codes

33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
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
G40 4EH
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
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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