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title: "Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000635189"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2021-01-21"
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# Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000635189

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking a qualified service provider for the "Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services," a project valued at £499,999. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender was published in Glasgow. The tender period for submissions ended on 23 November 2020, with the award process commencing on the same date. This procurement aligns with the services industry, specifically focusing on public order and safety, a critical requirement in light of legislative changes and the ongoing demands of legal case management.

This opportunity holds significant potential for growth for businesses specialising in forensic services, particularly those experienced in toxicology analysis and legal compliance within the UK. Providers who can demonstrate not only technical capabilities but also adherence to quality standards, such as ISO certifications, are particularly well-suited to compete. Given the nature of the service required, businesses offering skilled personnel vetted to non-police standards and robust insurance coverages will have a competitive edge in this procurement process.

## Notice

Provision of Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority (the Authority) has a requirement to procure the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider for the provision of Section 5A Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services. . These cases will be to test for drug levels as set out in Section 5A of the 1988 Road Traffic Act. . The Service Provider shall carry out analysis of samples providing interpretations of results in accordance with the requirements of the Authority and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS). The most effective examination and analytical processes shall be used at all times.

Renewal: Optional extension of up to 12 months at the sole discretion of the Authority

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404736 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - 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 | 21 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £499,999 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £499,999 |

## 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 | KEY FORENSIC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services

## Release History

- 21 Jan 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404736
- 5 Nov 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399166

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399166
  Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services - Provision of Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404736
  Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services - Provision of Section 5a Forensic Drug Driving Toxicology Casework Analysis Services

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000635189
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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