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title: "Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Analysis"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000815892"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-07-10"
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# Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Analysis

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000815892

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Scottish Police Authority involves the "Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Analysis," focusing on services related to samples submitted under Sections 4 and 5A of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The procurement is classified under the industry category of public order and safety, with the main procurement category being services. The location of the procurement activities is the UK. The process followed an open procedure allowing electronic submission of tenders via the Public Tenders Scotland portal. Key dates included the tender period ending on 16th February 2026, and the contract was awarded on 17th February 2026. With an award value of £10,000,000, Eurofins Forensic Services Limited was appointed as the supplier.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in forensic toxicology, particularly those with the capability to analyse and report on samples related to driving under the influence, as stipulated by the Road Traffic Act 1988. It is well-suited for larger organisations due to the scale of the contract and the requirement for significant insurance coverages and relevant accreditations, such as BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017. Businesses engaged in such high-precision and regulated areas can leverage this opportunity to expand their government contracts portfolio while ensuring compliance with stringent quality and technical standards. Given the requirement for experience in court representation, firms that also provide expert witness services would be highly competitive in this tender. The opportunity to renew the contract provides potential for sustained business growth.

## Notice

Provision of Forensic Toxicology casework analysis specifically in relation to samples submitted under Section 4 and Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 1988.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Police Authority has a requirement to put in place a contract for the provision of Forensic Toxicology casework analysis specifically in relation to samples submitted under Section 4 and Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The Service Provider shall carry out analysis of samples and report results in accordance with the requirements of the Scottish Police Authority and the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS). The most effective examination and analytical processes shall be used at all times.

Renewal: Option to extend by 1 x 12 + 1 x 12 month periods.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559897 |
| 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 | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | £10,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £10,000,000 |

## 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 | 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 | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## 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

- 10 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559897
- 16 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547442

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547442
  Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Analysis - Provision of Forensic Toxicology casework analysis specifically in relation to samples submitted under Section 4 and Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 1988.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559897
  Provision of Forensic Toxicology Casework Analysis - Provision of Forensic Toxicology casework analysis specifically in relation to samples submitted under Section 4 and Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 1988.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815892
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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