15-SCR-1118-Forensic Analysis Services - OJEU

Analysis services. Technical analysis or consultancy services. Technical inspection and testing services. Laboratory services. HMRC has an on-going requirement for a Forensic Analysis Service to support investigations in all operational areas throughout the UK mainland and Northern Ireland. The Enforcement and Compliance Group within HMRC is responsible for the investigation of major smuggling and fraud and any international elements of these crimes. During the course of investigations, materials and other evidence may be collected requiring forensic examination that will contribute to the intelligence relating to the case. In order to support these investigations and to provide evidence for production in court, access to forensic science is required, including scientific advice on the types of evidence that may be suitable for this purpose and the correct method for collecting, preserving and examining it.