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CEFAS24-29 Contract for whole genome sequencing of Streptococcus agalactiae serotypes in Indian aquatic systems, under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

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03 Apr 2024 at 14:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Cefas, is seeking suppliers for the CEFAS24-29 Contract focused on whole genome sequencing of Streptococcus agalactiae in Indian aquatic systems under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme. This opportunity falls within the analysis services category and has a contract value of £75,000. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), with a tender deadline of 2024-04-29. The contract period will start on 2024-05-20 and end on 2025-05-31, providing business growth prospects for suitable suppliers.

This tender by Cefas presents opportunities for businesses involved in environmental indicators analysis, research laboratory services, research services, and environmental services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. The project aims to characterise Streptococcus agalactiae serotypes through high-throughput whole genome sequencing, offering vendors a chance to contribute expertise in this area. Interested parties should visit the specified link for more details on this tender.

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Notice Title

CEFAS24-29 Contract for whole genome sequencing of Streptococcus agalactiae serotypes in Indian aquatic systems, under the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP)

Notice Description

The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) is funded through official development assistance (ODA) as part of the UK's PS500 million Blue Planet Fund. Through the OCPP, the UK government partners with ODA-eligible countries to deliver tangible and positive impacts on the livelihoods of coastal communities that depend on healthy marine ecosystems. The programme supports countries to strengthen marine science expertise, develop science-based policy and management tools, and create educational resources for coastal communities. Under the sustainable seafood objective, the programme supports the development of the skills and expertise needed to adopt sustainable seafood practices. This will reduce risks such as the spread of zoonotic diseases from unsustainable or unsafe activities and will support trade in safe seafood. The programme will also help crack down on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing by supporting the development of better management, monitoring and enforcement capabilities. Following a One Health Aquaculture workshop, held in Kerala, India in February 2023, key priorities were identified for India that support the overall aim of the Sustainable Seafood project. These priorities are: * Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) * Aquatic disease * Water quality * Climate change In this project we aim to combine the AMR, aquatic disease and water quality priorities in one project focusing on characterising serotypes of Streptococcus agalactiae bacteria present in culture settings in Asia. This project aims to characterise Streptococcus agalactiae serotypes from a range of regions and culture systems in India, as well as other countries in South-East Asia using high-throughput whole genome sequencing. The genomic data will be used to determine the AMR and toxin genes present in the serotypes, and compare them to existing data from humans, terrestrial-farmed animals, and aquatic animals to determine the risk of zoonosis from antimicrobial resistant S. agalactiae. This Contract will be a collaboration between the Supplier and Cefas, with Cefas able to provide training and support in preparation of samples for whole genome (in the form of SOPs), and bioinformatic analysis of sequence data generated within this project. Training may be online or in-person and will be confirmed with Cefas with the Supplier upon Contract commencement. To view this opportunity please go to https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome You will need to log in or create a new supplier account. The opportunity can then be found searching 'CEFAS24-29 ITT for whole genome sequencing in Indian aquatic systems under OCPP'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6cb3416f-c1d4-487d-bb13-3ca996b43139
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/793653b5-593a-4641-ace6-ca2751b6a321
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

73110000 - Research services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

90700000 - Environmental services

90711300 - Environmental indicators analysis other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 May 2024 - 31 May 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
CEFAS
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

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