Warrington-based AlphaBiolabs has been appointed the sole provider of forensic testing services for Bedford Borough County Council, following a competitive tender process.
Under the 12-month contract, AlphaBiolabs – one of the UK’s leading, UKAS-accredited testing laboratories – will provide DNA, drug, and alcohol testing services for the Council, including sample collection and back-to-lab analysis in support of family cases.
The company owns and operates purpose-built genetics and toxicology laboratories from its headquarters in Warrington, and has extensive experience working with Family Courts and local authorities across the UK.
Rachel Davenport, Director at AlphaBiolabs, said: “Our in-depth knowledge of the challenges facing local Councils – particularly when it comes to making time-critical safeguarding decisions – stems from over 20 years’ experience working with family law professionals, social workers, and local authorities across the country.
“We know all too well the sensitivities involved, especially when working with vulnerable children and adults, and will work hard to ensure we deliver the highest possible standard of service for the people of Bedford over the next 12 months.”
The appointment by Bedford Borough County Council is the latest in a slew of contract wins for AlphaBiolabs, having recently been re-appointed sole provider of drug, alcohol, and DNA testing services for Warrington Borough Council, and awarded the No.1 spot on the Forensic Testing Framework for Surrey County Council.
Established in 2004, the company is one of the UK’s leading providers of drug, alcohol, and DNA testing services for members of the public, family law professionals, social workers, local authorities, and the workplace sector. It also operates 20 walk-in centres across the UK and Ireland, providing on-site sample collection appointments for drug, alcohol, and DNA testing.
