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title: "ID 700310 FSNI - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF HUMAN QUANTIFICATION REAL-TIME PCR SYSTEMS"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0323c0"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE - FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND"
published: "2022-03-18"
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# ID 700310 FSNI - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF HUMAN QUANTIFICATION REAL-TIME PCR SYSTEMS

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE - FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0323c0

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department of Justice - Forensic Science Northern Ireland seeking to extend the existing contract for the supply and delivery of human quantification real-time PCR systems, originally initiated due to the impact of COVID-19. This extension, which commences on 27 September 2022 and runs until 26 September 2027, falls under the goods category with a total contract value of £750,000. The process is classified as a limited procurement method, conducted without a prior call for competition, in compliance with relevant regulations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in clinical forensics equipment and related supplies. Firms that can provide high-quality PCR systems and have experience in delivering advanced technological solutions in forensic settings would be well-positioned to capitalise on this contract. As the forensic science sector continues to evolve, businesses that align with the needs of the Department of Justice may find substantial growth prospects through this extended engagement.

## Notice

Due to circumstances outside of FSNI's control, including dealing with the impact of COVID-19 and a related procurement exercise being delayed, FSNI wish to extend this contract by an additional five (5) years. This extension will allow FSNI adequate time to complete the related procurement exercise, and allow sufficient time to carry out the required validation exercise for the retendering of this contract. The modification to the contract is in accordance with Regulation 72(1)(b). This extension will commence on 27 September 2022 and end 26 September 2027.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Due to circumstances outside of FSNI's control, including dealing with the impact of COVID-19 and a related procurement exercise being delayed, FSNI wish to extend this contract by an additional five (5) years. This extension will allow FSNI adequate time to complete the related procurement exercise, and allow sufficient time to carry out the required validation exercise for the retendering of this contract. The modification to the contract is in accordance with Regulation 72(1)(b). This extension will commence on 27 September 2022 and end 26 September 2027.

### Procurement Information

Due to circumstances outside of FSNI's control, including dealing with the impact of COVID-19 and a related procurement exercise being delayed, FSNI wish to extend this contract by an additional five (5) years. This extension will allow FSNI adequate time to complete the related procurement exercise, and allow sufficient time to carry out the required validation exercise for the retendering of this contract. The modification to the contract is in accordance with Regulation 72(1)(b). This extension will commence on 27 September 2022 and end 26 September 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007462-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £750,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE - FORENSIC SCIENCE NORTHERN IRELAND |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT3 9ED |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INFORMATION WITHHELD FOR SECURITY REASONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2022 at 16:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007462-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:422784-2017:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/topics/procurement
- https://www.justice-ni.gov.uk/topics/forensic-science/forensic-science-northern-ireland

## Provenance

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