Drug, Alcohol & DNA Testing Services for Children's Social Care by Warrington Borough Council
Warrington Borough Council · Awarded contract
AwardedDrug, Alcohol & DNA Testing Services for Children's Social Care by Warrington Borough Council
Awarded 20 Mar 2024
Awarded20 Mar 2024
Value£550,000.00
SupplierALPHABIOLABORATORIES LEGAL LTD
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryHealth & Medical
Expires in 4mo2y 12mo term, 88% elapsed
Awarded 20 Mar 2024Expires 19 Mar 2027
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Warrington Borough Council awarded a contract to Alphabiolaboratories Legal Ltd for the delivery of drug, alcohol, and DNA testing services for its children's social care team.
The service provides accredited testing that meets ISO 17025 standards and analysis that is legally defensible in UK courts, with reports used for Family Court proceedings on behalf of the council.
The contract value is £550,000.
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