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CEFAS22-11 Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services Framework

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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27 Jun 2022 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to the "CEFAS22-11 Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services Framework" initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal in the East of England, United Kingdom. This framework is related to the research laboratory services industry and is currently in the Award stage. The tender period concluded on 4 April 2022, with the contract set to commence on 1 July 2022 and continue until 30 June 2027. The contract value amounts to £1,000 and was procured through an open procedure, allowing broad participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in Next Generation Sequencing services and associated technical solutions. Companies that offer a range of sequencing techniques, particularly those with capabilities in high throughput sequencing, metagenomics, and initial data analysis, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, the framework is suitable for both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering a diverse bidding environment that can enhance innovations in the field.

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Notice Title

CEFAS22-11 Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Services Framework

Notice Description

To help meet increasing needs, Cefas have a requirement to establish a new framework agreement for the provision of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) services to include the approaches detailed below, and any proposed solution/awarded Provider must be able to fulfil the following requirements (as a minimum): 1. The service provided must include the receipt of sample(s) from Cefas, Library Preparation, Quality Control and sequencing, and delivery of data back to Cefas. 2. The service provided must be able to offer, depending on the requirements of the project, a range of NGS technical options including but not restricted to high throughput short and long read sequencing (including Illumina MiSeq, HiSeq, and NovaSeq platforms, PacBio, and Oxford Nanopore Technologies) for a diverse range of sequencing requirements, including but not restricted to amplicon sequencing (metabarcoding and multiplexed protocols), whole/partial genome sequencing, mitogenomics, genome skimming, metagenomics and metatranscriptomics, RNASeq, and hybrid approaches. Depending on the requirements of the project, some processing and initial analyses of the raw data may be requested. Collaborative, jointly-authored projects will also be undertaken, with input from both parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3cc734e0-2ce6-4378-be8b-abdd114e357e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fea9e09-af65-482b-9847-4c66055dc6c5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20223 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2022 - 30 Jun 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procure@cefas.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0HT
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

CEGAT

MACROGEN EUROPE

NOVOGENE (UK

THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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