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title: "Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles"
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# Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-538ba55c-e91c-4a42-834d-924b01d7d34d

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## Summary

The Home Office, located in London, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles". This contract falls under the research services industry category and was procured through a "Below Threshold Direct Award" method. The procurement stage is currently at the Award stage, with the contract having been awarded to DNA Principal Forensics as of 27th March 2026. The contract period is from 31st March 2026 to 30th September 2026. This project takes place in London, and the contract was valued at £22,400.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in research services, providing a chance to expand their portfolios within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future, given the tender's suitability criteria that favour SMEs. The focus on niche research capabilities can foster partnerships and innovation, positioning businesses to further engage in public sector opportunities that leverage specialised forensic research capabilities.

## Notice

Contract award of Research into expanding the capabilities of the NDNAD to include Y-STR profiles

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f11a3643-2124-467c-9cf2-440b36a93c12 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Below Threshold Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £22,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £22,400 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DNA PRINCIPAL FORENSICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2026 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f11a3643-2124-467c-9cf2-440b36a93c12

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f11a3643-2124-467c-9cf2-440b36a93c12
  8th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f9929b47-fe3a-401c-8aa4-40cb8b24237f
  n/a

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