--- title: "Provision of Toxicology Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2024-04-30" --- # Provision of Toxicology Services Buyer: SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470.json) ## Summary The South Lanarkshire Council is seeking proposals for the provision of Toxicology Services, a contract worth £115,000 GBP. The procurement process involves the delivery of testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard, and access to an online portal. The deadline for tender submissions is on 30th May 2024, and the bid opening date is on the same day. This opportunity falls under the 'services' category, and the procurement method is an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions. This tender issued by South Lanarkshire Council presents an opportunity for businesses to provide Toxicology Services and related support. Companies experienced in providing healthcare services, forensic testing, and laboratory operations are well-suited to participate. The contract includes options for renewal subject to performance evaluation, offering potential for long-term business engagement and growth. The procurement process emphasises community benefits and quality standards, reflecting the buyer's commitment to social responsibility and service excellence. ## Notice South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources is seeking to appoint a provider to provide saliva testing to the Drug Testing and Treatment Order (DTTO) Team. Currently DTTO Team test for a basic range of drugs which includes methadone, buprenorphine, 6-MAM, opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines, with additional options to test for amphetamines. The full service includes the delivery of the testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard and access to an online portal obtain test results, reports, etc. An appointed account manager, helpline, and quarterly service meetings will be required. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Procurement will be conducted via the Open Tendering procedure and the ITT will be published in Public Contracts Scotland Tender(PCST).. Quality Award Criteria listed below: Service Delivery and Operational Requirements Continuation of Service Implementation and Mobilisation Plan Training and Support Information/Data Management and Security Exit Strategy Innovation Fair Work First Community Benefits - minimum of 40 points Sustainability Renewal: Contract has an optional extension of up to 24 months subject to satisfactory performance, financial standing and available funding. Contract will be renewed prior to the end of the contract period of any contract. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR504215 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Apr 2024 | | Submission deadline | 30 May 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 2029 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £115,000 | | Lots value | £115,000 | | 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 | SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | HAMILTON | | Post town | Motherwell | | Postcode | ML3 0AA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire | | Local authority | South Lanarkshire | | Electoral ward | Hamilton North and East | | Westminster constituency | Hamilton and Clyde Valley | | Delivery location | TLM95 South Lanarkshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85148000 - Medical analysis services ## Release History - 30 Apr 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR504215 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR504215 Provision of Toxicology Services - South Lanarkshire Council Social Work Resources is seeking to appoint a provider to provide saliva testing to the Drug Testing and Treatment Order (DTTO) Team. Currently DTTO Team test for a basic range of drugs which includes methadone, buprenorphine, 6-MAM, opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines, with additional options to test for amphetamines. The full service includes the delivery of the testing kits, staff training, sample testing, results reporting, sample confirmation to forensic standard and access to an online portal obtain test results, reports, etc. An appointed account manager, helpline, and quarterly service meetings will be required. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000763470 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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