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title: "Forensic Vacuum Metal Deposition Chamber - AWARD"
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# Forensic Vacuum Metal Deposition Chamber - AWARD

Buyer: DEVON AND CORNWALL POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ae7c9b9-bb98-4de1-97b2-d755a2090cef

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## Summary

Devon and Cornwall Police have completed an open procurement process for a Forensic Vacuum Metal Deposition Chamber. This contract involves the supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of the equipment for the Fingerprint Enhancement Laboratory in South West Forensics. The procurement falls under the category of clinical forensics equipment and supplies, with additional classifications for the installation services of laboratory equipment. The contract period will commence on 14th October 2024 and conclude on 13th October 2027.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity, especially for SMEs specialising in forensic equipment and laboratory services. Winning this tender can enhance a company's portfolio, establish long-term relationships with law enforcement agencies, and position the business as a trusted provider in the forensic equipment market. Companies like West Technology Systems Ltd, renowned for their expertise, would be well-suited to compete and succeed in such tenders.

## Notice

South West Forensics (Devon & Cornwall Police) is seeking to establish a contract for the supply, delivery, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of a new Vacuum Metal Deposition Chamber for the Fingerprint Enhancement Laboratory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/353298d8-7c76-4a32-834c-3f65f1c0f6ed |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | DEVON AND CORNWALL POLICE |
| Locality | DEVON |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7HQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WEST TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2024 at 10:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/353298d8-7c76-4a32-834c-3f65f1c0f6ed
- 10 Oct 2024 at 10:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/353298d8-7c76-4a32-834c-3f65f1c0f6ed

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/353298d8-7c76-4a32-834c-3f65f1c0f6ed
  10th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.devon-cornwall.police.uk

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