---
title: "DNA Processing Consumables"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000672895"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2021-11-09"
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# DNA Processing Consumables

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000672895

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority is currently conducting a tender for "DNA Processing Consumables" in the public order and safety sector. This procurement process is at the Tender stage, with bids due by 10th December 2021. The contract is primarily focused on acquiring tubes, caps, and racks for use in automated DNA profiling systems within Forensic Services facilities located in Glasgow and Dundee. This open procedure invites submissions through electronic means, and the awarded contract will last for three years, with an option to extend for an additional year. Businesses must ensure compliance with various selection criteria, including insurance requirements and financial standing assessments.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in supplying forensic or laboratory consumables, particularly those offering quality-assured products and services. Companies that have the capacity to meet stringent evidence requirements, such as ISO certifications, and that are able to demonstrate commitment to community benefits through targeted recruitment or local engagement will find themselves well-suited to compete. Participation in this contract not only opens doors for financial growth but also enhances corporate social responsibility and community relationships.

## Notice

The Authority has a requirement to procure DNA Processing Consumables including tubes, caps and racks required for use in automated DNA profiling system for the Scottish Police Authority (SPA) Forensic Services facilities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Authority has a requirement to procure DNA Processing Consumables including tubes, caps and racks required for use in automated DNA profiling system for the Scottish Police Authority (SPA) Forensic Services facilities.

Renewal: The duration of the contract will be three (3) years with the option to extend the Contract for a further one (1) period of up to twelve (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=NOV432584 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies

## Release History

- 9 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432584

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432584
  DNA Processing Consumables - The Authority has a requirement to procure DNA Processing Consumables including tubes, caps and racks required for use in automated DNA profiling system for the Scottish Police Authority (SPA) Forensic Services facilities.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000672895
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/

## Provenance

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