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Forensic Services

Awarded to Forensic Access Limited, Key Forensic Services Limited, Orchid Cellmark Limited (t/a Cellmark Forensic Services)

Greater Manchester Police(buyer)

Published
Published 21 September 2026
Deadline
Closed 25 August 2025

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Overview

Greater Manchester Police has awarded a contract for physical forensic services procured via the BLC DPS, covering disciplines including toxicology, drugs, DNA, firearms, fire investigation, noxious substances, questioned documents, ecology, marks and traces, and CW biology. The contract, valued at £37,747,925, has been awarded across Forensic Access Limited, Key Forensic Services Limited, and Orchid Cellmark Limited.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Awarded
Category
Services
Estimated value
£38,000,000
Procedure
Selective
SME suitable
Yes
Published
21 September 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Environmental services

Award outcome

Awarded value
£37,747,925
Award date
7 January 2026
Contract period
31 March 2026 → 31 March 2031
Winners
  • Forensic Access Limited
  • Key Forensic Services Limited
  • Orchid Cellmark Limited (t/a Cellmark Forensic Services)

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  1. Contract Award Notice

    21 September 2026

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