---
title: "Provision of Toxicology Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-030ea6"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-030ea6.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-01-24"
---

# Provision of Toxicology Services

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-030ea6

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## Summary

Essex County Council is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the "Provision of Toxicology Services." This contract pertains to blood analysis services, specifically toxicology testing requested by HM Senior Coroner for Essex. The tender period concludes on 23 February 2022, with bids being opened on 24 January 2022. The contract is expected to last for 720 days, with an option for a 24-month renewal. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing wider participation in this opportunity.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and laboratory services sector, particularly those specialising in toxicology and drug testing. Companies equipped to provide comprehensive blood analysis services, including standard drug and alcohol testing, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement may position firms for growth by aligning their services with the needs of local authorities and potentially expanding their portfolio through future contracts.

## Notice

The authority are looking to procure a supplier for the provision of toxicology services. The Service Provider shall undertake the following tests upon request by HM Senior Coroner for Essex; Standard Drug Testing; Alcohol Only Testing; SDT + Alcohol Testing; Full Screening

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The authority are looking to procure a supplier for the provision of toxicology services. The Service Provider shall undertake the following tests upon request by HM Senior Coroner for Essex; Standard Drug Testing; Alcohol Only Testing; SDT + Alcohol Testing; Full Screening

Renewal: 1 period of 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002061-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111810 - Blood analysis services

## Release History

- 24 Jan 2022 at 16:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002061-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Login
- https://www.essex.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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