Tender

RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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13 May 2024 at 09:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is seeking a supplier to conduct long-read genome sequencing of up to 300 European ash trees for research services. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender closing on June 13, 2024. The contract is expected to run from July 29, 2024, to July 29, 2025, with a value of 167,000 GBP. The project is located in London, United Kingdom, falls under the services category, and follows an open procedure.

This tender by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew presents an opportunity for businesses in the research services industry, especially those adept in genome sequencing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this contract. The project's focus on genome sequencing offers a niche market opening for specialised businesses looking to grow through engaging in cutting-edge scientific research projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024

Notice Description

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew wishes to appoint a supplier to individually sequence the whole genomes of up to 300 European ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior) at a minimum of 15x whole genome coverage via a long-read technology. Fraxinus excelsior is a diploid and has a 1C genome size of 880 Mbp. In addition to the 300 individual ash trees, we wish to sequence a minimum of six technical replicates. Therefore, the total number of samples we wish to sequence is 306. RBG Kew intends to supply total genomic DNA for each sample with the following metrics: minimum of 10ug DNA; minimum concentration of 30ng/ml (as measured with a Quantus flurometer dsDNA assay); at least 50% of the sample in fragments with a minimum length of 40kb; minimum OD260/280 of 1.8; minimum OD260/230 of 1.8; minimum DIN of 7.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2b00b2e4-2c2d-4f69-9b65-f7ca46455458
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf18ab55-3acc-468c-9191-46e41757cedc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£167,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jul 2024 - 29 Jul 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Further Information

Notice Documents

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