---
title: "Forensic Histology Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0657ed"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK"
published: "2026-04-27"
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# Forensic Histology Services

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0657ed

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioners for Norfolk, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, and Suffolk have awarded a contract for forensic histology services. This direct award, due to technical necessity, was signed on 23 April 2026 and will commence on 1 May 2026, extending potentially until 31 March 2028, with further renewal options. The procurement process, initiated by the Norfolk Commissioner as the buyer, falls under public authority and sub-central government categories. This contract supports vital forensic pathology services necessary for the criminal justice process and is valued at £190,000 gross over the contract term, culminating in significant opportunities for the supplier, Forensic Access Ltd, based in Wantage, UK.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in forensic pathology, histology, or similar specialised services. Companies that can offer expertise and reliable service delivery under stringent time and vetting requirements may find this contract particularly lucrative. Additionally, organisations capable of navigating changes in technology, case submission processes, and legislative requirements will be well-suited to compete in similar procurement processes. Small to medium-sized enterprises may benefit significantly from engaging with sub-central government authorities to provide essential services under mandatory technical specifications, thereby expanding their footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

Forensic Pathology Services Histology Element Histology often assists with the pathologist determining a precise cause of death and is therefore a pivotal requirement in support of the coronial and criminal justice process

### Procurement Information

a) Due to absence of competition for technical reasons, only one particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required and b) There are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038129-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £237,500 |
| Contracts value | £158,333 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK |
| Additional buyers | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CAMBRIDGESHIRE; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HERTFORDSHIRE; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK; THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX |
| Locality | WYMONDHAM |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR18 0WW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Martlesham & Purdis Farm |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORENSIC ACCESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85111800 - Pathology services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 14:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038129-2026
- 19 Feb 2026 at 11:15 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015144-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038129-2026
  27th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015144-2026
  19th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://7force.force.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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