---
title: "Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000599774"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2019-12-18"
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# Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000599774

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## Summary

The contract for the "Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services" has been awarded by the Scottish Police Authority, located in Glasgow, UK. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure and is now complete. The service will cover forensic analysis for approximately 300 cases over a 12-month period, with the contract valued at £111,695. The award was finalised on December 16, 2019, following the tender submission deadline of October 22, 2019.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the forensic science and analytical services sectors, particularly those with the necessary accreditations and experience to handle such sensitive services. Companies that excel in forensic toxicology or possess technical capabilities for sample analysis, along with a proven track record in delivering similar contracts, would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders from the Scottish Police Authority or similar organisations. Additionally, firms that are accustomed to working within regulatory frameworks and can demonstrate compliance with quality control standards would find themselves at an advantage.

## Notice

Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority (SPA)has a requirement to procure the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider for the provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services. The Service Provider shall carry out analysis of samples providing interpretations of results in accordance with the requirements of the SPA and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS). The most effective examination and analytical processes shall be used at all times. It is anticipated that Services for approximately 300 cases will be required over the 12 month duration of the Contract. This volume is not guaranteed and is subject to SPA requirements at the time.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375364 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £111,695 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G51 1DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EUROFINS FORENSIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 18 Dec 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375364
- 7 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368094

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT368094
  Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services - Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC375364
  Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services - Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000599774
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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