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title: "Forensic DNA and Questioned Document Analysis Services"
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# Forensic DNA and Questioned Document Analysis Services

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d9e001a-5b56-43fa-a8e0-7273c4db18f6

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves H M Revenue & Customs, which is seeking comprehensive forensic science analytical services, specifically for forensic DNA and questioned document analysis. The tender, valued at £544,000, is classified under the CPV codes for analysis services, technical inspection, and laboratory services. The procurement is currently at the award stage, having been published on 24th October 2019. The tender period concluded on 22nd November 2019, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 30th January 2020 and will run until 29th January 2022. The process follows an open procurement method, ensuring that all qualified suppliers can participate.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic science, particularly those offering DNA and document analysis services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as the contract is suitable for their scale, although larger firms are also likely to already have established credentials in this area. Companies that have experience with HMRC's SAP Ariba system will benefit from easier participation, as familiarity with this platform is crucial for submitting bids and engaging in contract obligations.

## Notice

HMRC are tendering for forensic science analytical services that will support investigations in all operational areas by providing expert testing/examination and reporting on a variety of exhibits. The requirements are for Questioned Documents and DNA Analysis Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de6b0c16-da7e-4bbb-88ee-215c3a5d9a78 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2020 - 29 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £544,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £544,000 |
| 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 | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 9LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EUROFINS FORENSIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services
- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2020 at 11:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de6b0c16-da7e-4bbb-88ee-215c3a5d9a78
- 24 Oct 2019 at 08:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae1b2116-ef43-49b6-bbfe-900542141435

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/de6b0c16-da7e-4bbb-88ee-215c3a5d9a78
  20th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae1b2116-ef43-49b6-bbfe-900542141435
  24th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7dbea905-7beb-42b9-b0a5-34a2ff41c89c
  SAP Ariba Supplier Guide
- http://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:502256-2019:TEXT:EN:HTML
  Contract Notice OJEU
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9d7e27d6-6ec7-4bbd-b3d7-762513410388
  Terms and Conditions
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:83994-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
  Contract award notice OJEU

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