--- title: "DNA Sequencer" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY" published: "2025-09-19" --- # DNA Sequencer Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628.json) ## Summary The Scottish Police Authority has issued an open tender for the procurement of DNA Sequencers necessary for STR Analysis using capillary electrophoresis. This contract includes installation, training, and a maintenance package. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category with a CPV classification of '33950000' and is primarily located in the Glasgow region (UKM). The current stage of this procurement is at the tender phase with the submission deadline set for 29th September 2025 by 12:00 PM. The contract value is estimated at £3,500,000, with a duration of seven years plus options for extension. Potential bidders must meet economic and financial criteria as specified and submissions are to be made electronically through the Public Contracts Scotland portal. This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in forensic laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of delivering comprehensive post-installation and training services. Given the critical nature of forensic analysis equipment, businesses with robust experience and proven capabilities in similar high-stake environments would find this tender well-suited to their expertise. Furthermore, firms that offer community benefits such as apprenticeships and local employment are encouraged, as such contributions are expected and will form part of the evaluation. This procurement process could enhance a company's portfolio, offering a long-term engagement with a high-profile public sector organisation like the Scottish Police Authority. ## Notice The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") is required to tender an opportunity to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor to provide DNA Sequencers for STR Analysis using capillary electrophoresis plus post installation, training and an associated maintenance package. ### Lot Information Lot 1 SPA Forensic Services has a requirement to procure and install an automated liquid handling system plus post installation training, an associated maintenance package and consumables. The instrument must be able to precisely and accurately sample, dilute and dispense solvated certified drug reference materials to produce complex drug mixes for the purpose of calibration and quality control samples for quantification purposes.. The duration of the contract will be Seven (7) years with the option to extend the Contract for a further Three (3) periods of up to Twelve (12) months at the sole discretion of the Authority. Renewal: Option to extend the Contract for a further Three (3) periods 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=SEP539566 | | Notice type | OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum | | 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 | 19 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,500,000 | | 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 | G40 4EH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Calton | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow East | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33950000 - Clinical forensics equipment and supplies ## Release History - 19 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - TenderUpdate - OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539566 - 29 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG538075 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG538075&idx=4 29th August 2025 - Appendix certificates for completion - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG538075&idx=5 29th August 2025 - Please download, complete the Pricing schedule and upload for evaluation - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG538075&idx=1 29th August 2025 - Please download the attachment to review the requirements for the tender. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG538075&idx=2 29th August 2025 - Following review of the Tender Requirements, complete the Technical Qs and upload for evaluation - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG538075&idx=3 29th August 2025 - For Review - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG538075 DNA Sequencer - The Scottish Police Authority (known as the "the Authority") is required to tender an opportunity to appoint a suitably experienced and competent Contractor to provide DNA Sequencers for STR Analysis using capillary electrophoresis plus post installation, training and an associated maintenance package. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=808628 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - http://www.spa.police.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000808628 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=808628 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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