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title: "UK-Salford: Analysis of Hydrocarbon Oil Samples and the supply of associated equipment"
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# UK-Salford: Analysis of Hydrocarbon Oil Samples and the supply of associated equipment

Buyer: HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6c6255c-eb57-4bd1-b1bc-be2eb1dac9bc

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## Summary

The public procurement process is led by HM Revenue & Customs, which is seeking suppliers for the tender titled "UK-Salford: Analysis of Hydrocarbon Oil Samples and the supply of associated equipment." This procurement falls within the hydrocarbons industry category and is based in Salford, UK. Currently, the procurement is at the planning stage, with the tender period having ended on 22nd May 2020. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st December 2020 and will run until 30th November 2023.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic analysis, particularly those that provide testing equipment and laboratory services. Companies well-suited to compete in this procurement process are likely to include those with expertise in hydrocarbon analysis and suppliers of forensically secure testing equipment. Engaging in this tender could lead to significant growth, as the contract involves the provision of services critical to law enforcement activities, thereby creating a solid partnership with a key government authority.

## Notice

The contracting authority are providing early notification of a requirement to provide forensic analysis of hydrocarbon oil samples (primarily diesel) for identifying government rebated fuel markers and illegal laundering agents, with results provided electronically to the contracting authority. Where results are used in court cases the supplier will be required to provide a witness statement and act as an expert witness. This requirement also includes the supply of forensically secure testing equipment for use by the contracting authority's officers, and other testing equipment e.g. chemicals and laboratory equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69f3cc99-64c5-47bd-b6ea-888bb36256e1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 22 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 30 Nov 2023 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HM 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products

### Codes

- 24321000 - Hydrocarbons

## Release History

- 25 May 2020 at 13:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69f3cc99-64c5-47bd-b6ea-888bb36256e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69f3cc99-64c5-47bd-b6ea-888bb36256e1
  25th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=494713027
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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