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title: "DNA, Drug and Alcohol Testing Services Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e5d7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-31"
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# DNA, Drug and Alcohol Testing Services Framework

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e5d7

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Liverpool City Council, in collaboration with Liverpool City Region Local Authorities, revolves around a framework for DNA, Drug, and Alcohol Testing Services. This public procurement falls under the services category with a focus on medical laboratory services and takes place within the UKD region. The procedure is set as an open method, structured to form a framework agreement, allowing a maximum of three participants. The tendering phase was initiated on 21 February 2025, with an end date for submissions set for 21 March 2025. Contracts for these services have been signed as of 7 July 2025, indicating the award stage's culmination. The process has included participation from multiple regional authorities, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations related to forensic testing supporting child safeguarding and legal procedures.

This procurement opens doors for businesses specialising in medical laboratory services, particularly those with expertise in forensic testing. Companies like DNA Legal Ltd and Alpha Biolaboratories Legal Ltd, both classified as SMEs, have been active participants, underscoring opportunities for similar enterprises to thrive. The framework is well-suited for laboratories complying with UKAS accreditation and ISO 17025 standards, aiming to provide DNA, drug, and alcohol testing services tailored to specific legal and social care requirements. Participation allows businesses to engage with regional authorities, facilitating growth through the delivery of quality services aligned with public sector needs. The emphasis on quality, social value, and cost in award criteria further encourages competitive and innovative service offerings.

## Notice

A broad range of medical testing services, including forensic and toxicology testing, which typically encompasses drug and alcohol screening

### Lot Information

DNA Sampling & Testing

DNA Sampling & Testing

Drug & Alcohol Sampling & Testing

Drug & Alcohol Sampling & Testing

Drug Sampling & Testing (LCC Taxi Licensing Unit)

Drug Sampling & Testing (LCC Taxi Licensing Unit)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044791-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 1 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL; KNOWSLEY COUNCIL; SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL COUNCIL; ST HELENS BOROUGH COUNCIL; WIRRAL COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Knowsley |
| Electoral ward | Roby |
| Westminster constituency | Knowsley |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England), TLD7 Merseyside, TLD72 Liverpool |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ALPHA BIOLABORATORIES LEGAL; DNA LEGAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044791-2025
- 21 Feb 2025 at 10:36 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006577-2025
- 21 Feb 2025 at 09:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006524-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpool.gov.uk
- http://www.sthelens.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=d3cc5c69-da87-ef11-8130-005056b64545
- https://www.halton.gov.uk
- https://www.knowsley.gov.uk
- https://www.sefton.gov.uk
- https://www.wirral.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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