---
title: "Provision of Scientific Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b677"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-06-17"
---

# Provision of Scientific Support

Buyer: ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b677

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## Summary

The Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority has successfully completed a contract for the provision of scientific support services. The tender titled "Provision of Scientific Support" falls under the services category within the public authority - sub-central government classification. The procurement process was direct and conducted below the threshold without competition. Located in Rivenhall, Essex, UK, the project commenced on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st March 2029. The contract, valued at £43,200, was awarded to Bureau Veritas, a large-scale organisation based in London, on 11th November 2025.

This contract offers considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific and technical services, specifically in engineering-related and scientific prospecting services. With the contract awarded directly and under the complete status, it signifies a potentially lucrative venture for companies with an established track record in delivering bespoke scientific support services. Businesses in this field stand to benefit from engaging with similar tenders, aimed at supporting public authorities in specialised technical roles, positioning themselves as preferred service providers for future direct procurement processes.

## Notice

Scientific support provided on request by the duty Scientific Adviser on a range of topics

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056888-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,200 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | RIVENHALL |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM8 3HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Braintree |
| Electoral ward | Silver End & Cressing |
| Westminster constituency | Witham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUREAU VERITAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services
- 71351700 - Scientific prospecting services

## Release History

- 17 Jun 2026 at 08:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056888-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056888-2026
  17th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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