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title: "Forensic Tagging Spray"
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buyer: "METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE"
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# Forensic Tagging Spray

Buyer: METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-835f2ab1-f9b9-4ac2-8ae8-fce589ff80c2

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## Summary

The Metropolitan Police Service has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Forensic Tagging Spray." This contract falls under the category of dyes and pigments, specifically intended for forensic DNA tagging spray for use in motorcycles. The procurement was executed through a direct method via a single tender action due to the urgent nature of the need. The contract period commenced on 20 May 2021 and will run until 19 November 2022, with an awarded contract value of £92,400. All activities related to this procurement were based in London, UK.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs specialising in forensic and security products. Companies that can supply similar forensic tagging solutions or related laboratory services would be well-positioned to engage in upcoming tenders in this sector. With the ongoing demand from law enforcement agencies for innovative forensic technologies, this is an ideal time for business growth within this niche market.

## Notice

This contract for Forensic DNA tagging spray for use in motorcycles has been awarded to the supplier based on further orders of a previous product. This purchase was necessary due to a delayed tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/261e6176-684d-4ead-8d04-c7f2e7b3bce8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 May 2021 - 19 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,400 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £92,400 |
| 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 | METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE |
| Locality | KENT |
| Post town | Dartford |
| Postcode | DA15 7ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI5 Outer London - East and North East |
| ITL 3 | TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich |
| Local authority | Bexley |
| Electoral ward | Sidcup |
| Westminster constituency | Old Bexley and Sidcup |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SELECTAMARK SECURITY SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 24200000 - Dyes and pigments
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 17 May 2022 at 10:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/261e6176-684d-4ead-8d04-c7f2e7b3bce8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/261e6176-684d-4ead-8d04-c7f2e7b3bce8
  17th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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