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CELLMARK FORENSIC SERVICES ANNOUNCES DNA CONTRACT WITH THAMES VALLEY POLICE FORCE
September 8th, 2009
Cellmark Forensic Services (CFS) part of Orchid Cellmark Inc. (Nasdaq: ORCH), a leading international provider of identity DNA testing services, today announced that the company has commenced work under a recently awarded contract with Thames Valley Police (TVP), the largest non-metropolitan police force in the United Kingdom, with whom Orchid Cellmark has previously worked as a sub-contractor. Orchid’s role as a sub-contractor to TVP ended in April 2008
Under this contract CFS will conduct all of TVP’s requirements for DNA testing of PACE samples (mouth swabs taken under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act) and DNA analysis of volume crime scene samples for submission to the National DNA Database from the company’s Abingdon facility.
Thomas Bologna, Orchid Cellmark's president and chief executive officer said, "I am delighted we’ve ‘won back’ this work now as a direct supplier. This win reflects recognition of our commitment to excellent customer service and superior testing quality. It is further evidence of the successful transition we have made to become a leading direct supplier of forensic testing services to U.K. police forces throughout the country."
Over the last two decades Orchid Cellmark has established its position as one of the leading providers of forensic services in the United Kingdom. Based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire and Chorley, Lancashire, the company provides a full range of forensic DNA services ranging from the testing of mouth swab samples for submission to the U.K. National DNA Database, to the collection and analysis of evidence for the investigation of the most serious crimes. The company also conducts its market leading paternity and immigration testing services from its Abingdon facility.
About Orchid Cellmark
Cellmark Forensic Services is a registered name of Orchid Cellmark Ltd, part of Orchid Cellmark Inc, a leading International provider of DNA testing services for human identity testing and agricultural applications. In the human identity area, the company provides DNA testing services for forensic investigation, paternity testing and family relationship analysis, and security applications. In the agriculture field, Orchid Cellmark provides DNA testing services for selective trait breeding. Orchid Cellmark's strong market positions in these segments reflect the company's accredited laboratories in the U.S. and U.K., its innovative genetic analysis technologies and expertise, and the world-renowned Cellmark brand that has been associated with exceptional quality, reliability and customer service for nearly two decades. More information on Orchid Cellmark Ltd can be found at www.orchidcellmark.co.uk. More information on Orchid Cellmark Inc. can be found at www.orchid.com
