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title: "GB-Portsmouth: For the Provision of Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)"
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# GB-Portsmouth: For the Provision of Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d663fcb0-92fe-4349-90f5-a9798833d2bf

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, C&C, C&C is currently undertaking a public procurement process titled "For the Provision of Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)". This three-year contract, with an additional one-year option, falls under the services category, specifically within the CPV classification of Test and evaluation. The tender, which is active and open for submissions, is based in Portsmouth, South East England, and has a deadline for bids set for 15th October 2018. The total value of the contract is £113,000, with a minimum threshold of £10,000, and it is being procured through an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in drug and alcohol testing services, particularly for SMEs looking to expand their reach within the public sector. Companies with experience in testing, evaluation, and compliance services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence could open doors to further opportunities in governmental contracts, particularly in the defence and public service sectors.

## Notice

For the Provision of Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA). 3 Year contract with 1 year option period. Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'GB-Portsmouth: For the Provision of Random Drug and Alcohol Testing for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA)'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddcb1b39-ed25-4a9f-be8e-83ebaa06adf2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Sep 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2018 - 1 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £113,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, C&C |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO1 3LU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Charles Dickens |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73430000 - Test and evaluation

## Release History

- 13 Sep 2018 at 15:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddcb1b39-ed25-4a9f-be8e-83ebaa06adf2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ddcb1b39-ed25-4a9f-be8e-83ebaa06adf2
  13th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier

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