---
title: "Physical Forensics Project 2029-2038"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a478"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME"
published: "2026-05-26"
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# Physical Forensics Project 2029-2038

Buyer: THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a478

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## Summary

The procurement process led by The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) pertains to the "Physical Forensics Project 2029-2038," primarily focusing on administrative services within the business operations sector. As part of the central government, MOPAC acts as the Contracting Authority. This procurement is in the planning stage, aiming to replace the Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) current Physical Forensics Administration contract. With a substantial budget amounting to £204 million gross, the new contract is expected to span from 16th December 2029 to 16th December 2038, provided the outcomes align with national forensic marketplace reforms. Interested parties should note the upcoming notice on 31st May 2027 and the project's key location in London.

This tender represents significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses proficient in providing administrative services and managing large-scale operational contracts. It is particularly suited to enterprises with experience in public authority projects, especially those involving key government entities. Moreover, companies with a robust track record in innovative forensic solutions and adaptable service delivery models would find this project highly advantageous, positioning themselves to contribute to long-term governmental and administrative enhancements.

## Notice

This procurement is being conducted by the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) on behalf of the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) who are the Contracting Authority as defined in Section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023. New project to replace the MPS Physical Forensics Administration contract. New long term contract to run from 2029-2038 (estimated) following the final permitted extension of the current contract. nb, this project will be subject to the outcomes of national forensic marketplace and services reform.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049096-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 May 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2029 - 16 Dec 2038 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE MAYOR'S OFFICE FOR POLICING AND CRIME |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 0LL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark |
| Local authority | Southwark |
| Electoral ward | Borough & Bankside |
| Westminster constituency | Bermondsey and Old Southwark |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75112000 - Administrative services for business operations

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 15:40 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049096-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049096-2026
  26th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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