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title: "Drug Testing Contract - Extension Notice"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE"
published: "2022-01-19"
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# Drug Testing Contract - Extension Notice

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fd34f0e-4039-4875-a80d-43e4dc5bf20c

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has conducted an open procurement process for a contract titled "Drug Testing Contract - Extension Notice," which pertains to laboratory services specifically for drug testing in prisons. This contract extends the original agreement that commenced in November 2021 and is now active until 30 April 2023, with a total value of £10 million. The procurement stage is marked as complete, and the delivery is applicable across a range of locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the laboratory services sector, particularly those with expertise in drug testing and related analytical services. Although the supplier in this case is a large organisation, smaller or medium enterprises that can demonstrate capacity and capability in providing similar services may also find value in competing for future tenders within this domain. The evolving landscape of public sector contracts, especially concerning justice and correctional services, can provide fertile ground for growth and partnership opportunities.

## Notice

Drug Testing Services for Prisons - Extension of Original Contract commenced November 2021 to April 2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c095df7-1d60-4631-af2a-142c9bad26cb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2011 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2011 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONCATENO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2022 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c095df7-1d60-4631-af2a-142c9bad26cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2c095df7-1d60-4631-af2a-142c9bad26cb
  19th January 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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