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CEFAS22-26 RFQ for DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and bioinformatics of marine environmental samples for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CEFAS22-26 RFQ for DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and bioinformatics of marine environmental samples for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)" is facilitated by the Cefas Lowestoft Laboratory, part of the Defra Network eTendering Portal. This tender falls under the analysis services category within the environmental services industry. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 12th April 2022. The contract value is £30,000 and is expected to commence on 19th April 2022, lasting until 28th June 2022. The tender follows an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure below the threshold. Deliverables must be completed within 10 weeks from the start date.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental analysis, molecular biology, or bioinformatics to expand their portfolios. Companies that excel in DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and data analysis, particularly those with capabilities in conducting qPCR and taxonomic assignment, would be well-positioned to compete. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as emphasized by the procurement's suitability criteria. Engaging with this contract could enhance business growth by providing valuable services to a government entity while gaining experience in marine environmental studies.

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Notice Title

CEFAS22-26 RFQ for DNA extraction, metabarcoding, and bioinformatics of marine environmental samples for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (ABFT)

Notice Description

Cefas require the successful supplier to provide services for DNA to be extracted from 116 frozen Sterivex cartridges (Millipore; SVGP01050). The cartridges consist of 29 samples in triplicate, and 29 field blanks. Following extraction, Cefas require half the extracted DNA to be sent back to the Cefas laboratory in Lowestoft so we can undertake qPCR (e.g., each of the extracted samples will be halved, one half will be used for metabarcoding, while the other half will be used for qPCR). Cefas require the extracted DNA to undergo metabarcoding using the MiFish 12s marker (Miya et al., 2015) (and MiFish T markers if dual amplicon approach can be achieved). The supplier will also conduct taxonomic assignment on the metabarcoding data using amplicon sequence variants (preferred) or operational taxonomic units and Blast on a Genbank generated database (or similar). Metabarcoding results should be presented to Cefas so that the number of sequences per taxa is available for every sample in a table format. Cefas also require the supplier to provide the raw data for the sequencing run and methodology involved. Cefas will report results in a scientific manuscript, in consequence details on the methodology provided by the supplier will need to be sufficient to pass peer review (proprietary techniques will be protected). Cefas require the supplier to provide weekly updates via email detailing progress on deliverables. Cefas require all deliverables to be completed within 10 weeks of Contract start date.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f184fc0a-ea41-489a-a500-32180353435f
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Apr 2022 - 28 Jun 2022 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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