Bedford Borough Council · Awarded contract

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Provision of DNA, Drug & Alcohol Testing Services to Bedford Borough Council

Awarded 29 Jul 2024

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Awarded29 Jul 2024

Value£0.00

SupplierAlphabiolaboratories Legal Ltd

AgencyBedford Borough Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryHealth & Medical

Ended 3mo ago2y term

Awarded 29 July 2024Expired 29 July 2026

About

Bedford Borough Council awarded a contract to Alphabiolaboratories Legal Ltd for the provision of DNA, drug and alcohol testing services for the period 2024 to 2027.

The contract supports the council's statutory obligations in safeguarding children by providing forensic testing and expert assessments to inform care planning decisions, including pre-proceedings and court-ordered care proceedings.

The service aims to expedite proceedings, with a target of completing care proceedings within 26 weeks where issued.

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