Scope
Description
The Authority has a requirement for 6 new forensic comparison microscopes for ballistic analysis. The microscopes are the main equipment used by ballistic experts providing fast time intelligence for the national service.
Full service support for both the new systems and the old Leica FSC systems. This must be carried out by current Leica service engineers.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £270,719 excluding VAT
- £324,862.80 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
9 April 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 April 2025 to 10 April 2030
- 5 years, 1 day
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 50413000 - Repair and maintenance services of checking apparatus
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Additional or repeat goods, services or works - extension or partial replacement
The Authority has a requirement for 6 new forensic comparison microscopes for ballistic analysis. The microscopes are the main equipment used by ballistic experts providing fast time intelligence for the national service.
It is essential, due to the retention of 4 current FS4000 systems, that all parts are compatible and transferable with a Leica FSC comparison microscope. It is also essential to minimise training requirements that new systems are (with the exception of technological advances) functionally identical to the Leica FS4000 systems.
Full service support for both the new systems and the old Leica FSC systems. This must be carried out by current Leica service engineers.
Supplier
Leica Microsystems (UK) Ltd.
- Companies House: MK14 6FG
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 476611
Unit 4 Blythe Valley Innovation Centre, Central BoulevardBlythe Valley Business Park,
Solihull
B90 8AJ
United Kingdom
Region: UKG32 - Solihull
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHLH-1699-TDLT
Lloyd House, Colmore Circus Queensway
Birmingham
B4 6AT
United Kingdom
Region: UKG31 - Birmingham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government