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title: "Urine Dip Test (POCT) Market Engagement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d66e"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE"
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# Urine Dip Test (POCT) Market Engagement

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d66e

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by the Ministry of Justice, located at 102 Petty France, London. The project, titled "Urine Dip Test (POCT) Market Engagement," falls under the goods industry category, specifically focusing on drug detection apparatus. Currently in the planning stage, this market engagement aims to explore point-of-care urine drug testing solutions for HM Prison and Probation Service. An important milestone is the completion of a questionnaire by potential providers, due by 10th September 2026. This engagement aims to gather insights into the current market landscape before decisions are made. The prospective contract, potentially starting on 22nd March 2027, could extend until 16th July 2032, demonstrating substantial future procurement opportunities, particularly for SMEs.

This initiative presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in drug detection technologies, particularly those offering innovative point-of-care solutions. Given its focus on flexibility, operational suitability, and comprehensive support requirements, companies that can meet these criteria stand to benefit. The project is tailored for companies that specialise in developing or supplying drug detection apparatus, offering them the possibility for growth through involvement in a contract valued at approximately £950,000. SMEs are specifically encouraged to consider this opportunity, which could facilitate a foothold within the government sector, aiding in business expansion and increased market presence.

## Notice

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) is exploring the market for point-of-care urine drug testing solutions to support drug detection and substance misuse interventions across custodial settings. Drug testing plays a key role in supporting public protection, rehabilitation, recovery and effective risk management. HMPPS is seeking to understand the capabilities available within the market, including the range of substances that can be detected, testing flexibility, operational suitability, and the support requirements associated with implementation. Through this market engagement exercise, HMPPS wishes to gather information on available products and services to inform future commercial and operational decision-making. No commitment is made at this stage to undertake a procurement exercise.

### Planning Information

Please follow the link below and complete the questionnaire by 10th September at 23:59
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/V3qHYqP53f
The information gathered will help us better understand the current market and available solutions and will be used to inform future requirements and procurement considerations.
We appreciate your time and look forward to receiving your response.
If you have any questions please contact MoJProcurement.Off@justice.gov.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071692-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 11 Jan 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Mar 2027 - 16 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £950,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| 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

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38544000 - Drug detection apparatus

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 12:22 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071692-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071692-2026
  29th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/V3qHYqP53f
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/procurement
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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