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title: "Westminster City Council P81 - Toxicology Services for the Coroner"
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# Westminster City Council P81 - Toxicology Services for the Coroner

Buyer: WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050859

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## Summary

Westminster City Council is currently at the tender stage for the procurement of toxicology services for the Inner West London Coroner’s Court. The contract title is "Westminster City Council P81 - Toxicology Services for the Coroner," and the primary industry categories include pathology and medical analysis services. The services will be delivered in the United Kingdom, with a focus on London. The procurement will follow an open procedure with a tender period ending on 16th February 2026. The contract is valued at £1,309,000, excluding VAT, and is expected to run from 12th June 2026 to 11th June 2031, with potential extensions. Interested suppliers must be based in the UK due to the technical and logistical requirements, including quick turnaround times and participation in court proceedings.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the forensic and medical analysis sectors to provide comprehensive toxicology services, which are vital for coronial investigations. It is particularly suited for organisations with capabilities in biological sample analysis, drug detection, and the provision of expert testimony. Small and medium enterprises are encouraged to apply, as the selection criteria prioritize technical and economic capabilities, with 60% of the evaluation focused on quality aspects, including responsible procurement practices. By participating in this tender, businesses can expand their presence in the public sector and contribute to crucial forensic investigations in London.

## Notice

The Inner West London Coroner's Court provides coronial services for the City of Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, Wandsworth and Merton. The Senior Coroner for Inner West London is seeking to procure toxicology services to support the investigation of deaths within the Jurisdiction. Results of toxicological testing can be vital for pathologists to ascertain the medical cause of death. The required toxicology services will include, but are not limited to: - Comprehensive toxicological analysis of biological samples (e.g., blood, urine, tissue). - Detection and quantification of drugs (over the counter and illicit), alcohol, poisons, and other toxic substances. - In house hair analysis for drugs of abuse. - Provision of detailed toxicology reports to assist in determining the cause of death. - Expert witness services for court proceedings, if necessary. - Consultation and advisory services related to toxicology findings. All services are required to be carried out following the guidelines agreed by the United Kingdom & Ireland Association of Forensic Toxicologists. These guidelines are recognised by the Forensic Science Regulator and Chief Coroner. Analysis is required to be tailored to each case individually to ensure all necessary analysis is carried out but only those drug concentrations which can be interpreted are measured. At present, hair analysis is routinely offered for all the Inner West London Coroner's cases. This opportunity and all associated procurement documents are accessible via our City of Westminster Procurement and Contracts portal ("the Portal"), please visit https://wcc.ukp.app.jaggaer.com and register your account to download all relevant documents. Conditions of Participation - Please note that the Authority will disregard and not evaluate any tender submitted by a supplier located outside the UK or in a treaty state. This requirement is in place to ensure suppliers have the technical ability to perform the contract in order to prevent sample contamination and to ensure suppliers can meet the strict deadlines set by the Coroner. These include rapid turnaround times, attendance at Court hearings, the ability to respond to urgent requests, and mitigating risks associated with sample postage or courier delays.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions subject to Council requirements.

### Planning Information

To register your interest please submit and EOI to jpeek@westminster.gov.uk by 12pm on 16th June 2025. You will then be added to the opportunity when released.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003874-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Jun 2026 - 11 Jun 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,309,000 |
| Lots value | £1,309,000 |
| 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 | WESTMINSTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1E 6QP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services
- 85111800 - Pathology services
- 85111810 - Blood analysis services
- 85148000 - Medical analysis services

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2026 at 12:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003874-2026
- 28 Apr 2025 at 12:32 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017299-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003874-2026
  16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017299-2025
  28th April 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://wcc.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
- https://wcc.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westminster.gov.uk/

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