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UoD-EFM158-TC-2026 - NTRL Sample Transport

University of Dundee

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01 May 2026 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Dundee, a body governed by public law in the education sector, is initiating a tender process titled "UoD-EFM158-TC-2026 - NTRL Sample Transport." This procurement involves contracting services for secure and timely transportation to support the National Testing and Research Laboratory's (NTRL) functions, as part of Scotland's public health initiative against drug-related harms. The tender, based in Dundee, falls under the services category and employs an open procedure method, with an end date for submissions on 3rd June 2026 at noon. The contract is valued at £110,000 and the selected contractor will have a period of 1080 days for contract execution, starting from the awarding date of 3rd June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in secure transport services, especially those experienced in handling sensitive materials compliant with regulations such as the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and others related to controlled drugs transportation. It provides a growth avenue for firms adept in the logistics of forensic and chemical transport services, especially within the education and public health sectors of the UK. Businesses must ensure compliance with technical and safety criteria including Home Office guidelines on transporting controlled drugs, and those with established expertise in this niche, coupled with electronic payment capabilities, are particularly well-positioned to compete in this bidding process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UoD-EFM158-TC-2026 - NTRL Sample Transport

Notice Description

As part of Scotland's national public health response to drug-related harms, the University will host the National Testing and Research Laboratory (NTRL) within the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science. The NTRL will operate as a specialist forensic chemical laboratory providing confirmatory qualitative and quantitative analysis of suspected controlled drug samples submitted through Scotland's Drug Checking Pilot. This procurement seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and authorised Contractor to provide secure, compliant, and time-sensitive transport services in support of the NTRL's operational function.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and authorised Contractor to provide secure, compliant, and time-sensitive transport services in support of the NTRL's operational function. The Scottish Government is undertaking a Drug Checking Pilot as part of its National Mission to reduce drug-related harms and deaths in Scotland. The pilot will introduce drug-checking services at four locations: Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh. These services will operate under appropriate legal permissions and governance arrangements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830915
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555066
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

33600000 - Pharmaceutical products

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2026Expired
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
University of Dundee
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUNDEE
Postcode
DD1 4HN
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City
Local Authority
Dundee City
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Dundee Central

Further Information

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