Toxicology Services
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West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of toxicology services, vital for coroner duties related to determining causes of death. The procurement, under the category of pathology services, was conducted using a direct method below the threshold, allowing for a straightforward engagement without competition. The contract, signed on 14th September 2024, is set to be delivered from 14th September 2024 to 31st March 2026, with the supplier being Toxicology UK, a medium-sized enterprise based in Birmingham.
The services will primarily be provided in the UKF2 region, contributing to the efficient operation of the Northamptonshire Coroner's Service. This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs in the healthcare and forensic science sectors. Companies with expertise in pathology and toxicology services are especially well-suited to enter similar procurement processes, facilitating stronger market positioning within public sector contracts.
The secured contract value of £260,000 provides incentive and assurance for businesses seeking to expand their portfolio and demonstrate capabilities in fulfilling critical public health services.
Coroner duties in relation to deaths Under Section 1 of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (CJA 2009) requires that a senior coroner "who is made aware that a body of a deceased person is within that Coroners area must as soon as practicable conduct an investigation into the persons deaths" if any of the following apply: (a) the deceased has died a violent and unnatural death (b) the cause of death is unknown, or (c) the deceased died while in custody or otherwise in state detention Northamptonshire Coroners Service Northamptonshire Coroner's Service is a countywide service provided by WNC, as the 'relevant authority'. Toxicology is sometimes necessary to determine a cause of death. Last calendar year there was 359 deceased persons that required toxicology tests for the Pathologist to determine a medical cause of death.
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The contract period is two years.
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