--- title: "National Crime Scene Consumables" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, ESSEX, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK" published: "2024-12-27" --- # National Crime Scene Consumables Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, ESSEX, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4d9c6786-49a8-4ee1-aa96-3a4b13f16f43.json) ## Summary The Police and Crime Commissioners for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk, and Suffolk have completed the award stage for the procurement of National Crime Scene Consumables. The procurement, managed by 7 Forces Commercial Services through the BlueLight Commercial framework BLC087, focuses on clinical forensics equipment and supplies. Key dates include the contract starting on 1 October 2024, with some parts starting 3 February 2025. The procurement covers a wide range of goods, divided into ten lots, and is valued at £6,300,000. The initial contract period is for two years, ending on 30 September 2026, with the possibility of three additional one-year extensions, extending the potential end date to 30 September 2029. The buyer and supplier details highlight a regional impact focused in the East of England, United Kingdom. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic evidence kits, personal protective equipment, and various crime scene consumables. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged, as the suitability criteria favour such businesses. With an overall budget of £6,300,000 and the potential for multiple contract extensions, businesses engaged in the supply of specialised forensic materials and equipment can significantly benefit. Given the framework's comprehensive range of products and long-term engagement, established suppliers and niche market entrants alike can leverage this opportunity for growth and stability in the public procurement sector. ## Notice This is notice of 7 Forces Commercial Services direct award via BlueLight Commercial framework BLC087 on behalf of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies. BLC has awarded a National Framework for the provision of Crime Scene Consumables (CSC) following the completion of a competitive process. This Framework is to replace the National Scene of Crime Consumables Framework (NSOCC) which has now expired. The CSC Framework goes live on 01 October 2024 (please note that Lot 6 - Subject DNA Sampling Kits does not go live until 03 February 2025). The CSC Framework is made up of 10 Lots, as follows: Lot Title Lot 1 Packaging, General Lot 2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Lot 3 Impression Material Lot 4 Scene Preservation Lot 5 Medical Consumables Lot 6 Subject DNA Sampling Kits Lot 7 Chemicals Lot 8 Fingerprint Powders Lot 9 Forensic Evidential Kits & Forensic DNA Grade Consumables Lot 10 Packaging, Printed & EtO The contract for each Force is initially for 2 years (until 30th September 2026) with 3 x 1 year optional extensions, potential end date 30th September 2029. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c440aab6-0f22-4f40-8fc8-8cafb760be91 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 27 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 30 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 30 Sep 2024 | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £6,300,000 | | 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 | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, ESSEX, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK | | Additional buyers | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, HERTFORDSHIRE, KENT, NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK | | Locality | WYMONDHAM | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR18 0WW | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk | | ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk | | Local authority | South Norfolk | | Electoral ward | South Wymondham | | Westminster constituency | South Norfolk | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | SCENESAFE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies ## Release History - 27 Dec 2024 at 15:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c440aab6-0f22-4f40-8fc8-8cafb760be91 - 27 Dec 2024 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe042373-fb54-4e6c-8f87-f7ab967cfb64 - 31 Oct 2024 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41e63fc-10c0-46c1-a59f-d2562a9cb57f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c440aab6-0f22-4f40-8fc8-8cafb760be91 27th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe042373-fb54-4e6c-8f87-f7ab967cfb64 27th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d41e63fc-10c0-46c1-a59f-d2562a9cb57f 31st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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