The Authority is seeking to secure commercial forensic contracts to support the activity of the National Crime Agency, Immigration Enforcement — Criminal Financial Investigations and Greater Manchester Police.

It is intended that contract duration will be for four years (4) plus up to 2 x 1 year (12 month) extensions. The procurement will be split into 2 Lots:

Lot 1: Traditional Forensic Services, which will include Drugs, DNA, Questioned Documents, Firearms, Noxious Substances, Tachograph examination; and

Lot 2: Digital Forensic Services which will include Mobile Devices, Cell Site Analysis and Computers. The Authority is intending to award contracts with 2 suppliers for each Lot. Suppliers may bid for both Lots. The suppliers will be required to manage complex cases and be multi-disciplined. The estimated value of both Lots is between 13 000 000 GBP and 16 000 000 GBP.

Traditional Forensic Services, which will include Drugs, DNA, Questioned Documents, Firearms, Noxious Substances, Tachograph examination.

Digital Forensic Services which will include Mobile Devices, Cell Site Analysis and Computers.