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title: "Substance Misuse Testing Services - AWARD"
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# Substance Misuse Testing Services - AWARD

Buyer: CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35d7da5c-2066-4597-bc70-f0ca58305b49

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## Summary

The Civil Nuclear Constabulary has concluded the tender process for Substance Misuse Testing Services with an awarded contract valued at £160,000. This procurement falls under the medical practice and related services industry category, adhering to the NHS SB Framework 10241 for Drugs of Abuse and Point of Care Testing as per PCR2015 guidelines. The contract was awarded to Abbott Toxicology Ltd, following the framework's detailed procedures and market testing. The contracting phase commenced on 1st April 2025 and will extend until 31st March 2029, covering locations in the United Kingdom and other international regions specified. This direct award marks the completion of the procurement process.

Businesses specialising in medical practice services, particularly those focusing on substance misuse testing, have the opportunity to explore growth and partnerships in this sector. Although the suitability criteria did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, organisations with robust capabilities in medical testing can gain significant insights and competitive advantage by aligning with similar NHS frameworks and procurement methods in future tender opportunities. This contract demonstrates the demand for specialised testing services in Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and British Overseas Territories, presenting a strategic avenue for expansion and increased market footprint. Potential competitors should assess their service offerings to meet the precise needs outlined in government frameworks.

## Notice

Civil Nuclear Police Authority / Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) are direct awarding under NHS SB Framework 10241 Drugs of Abuse and Point of Care Testing PCR2015. CNC has followed the process laid out in the Framework and has tested the market before making this decision.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19111263-b4d7-4774-9bc3-66e5e3fa5973 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CIVIL NUCLEAR CONSTABULARY |
| Locality | OXON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABBOTT TOXICOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 13:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19111263-b4d7-4774-9bc3-66e5e3fa5973
- 15 Apr 2025 at 13:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19111263-b4d7-4774-9bc3-66e5e3fa5973

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19111263-b4d7-4774-9bc3-66e5e3fa5973
  31st July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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