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CEFAS24-116 Request for Quotation for genotype-by-sequencing approach for estimating familial relations among pollack

CEFAS

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20 Aug 2024 at 14:32

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20 Aug 2024 at 13:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas), located in Lowestoft, United Kingdom, has issued a tender under reference CEFAS24-116. The tender seeks quotations for a genotype-by-sequencing (GBS) approach to estimate familial relationships among pollack populations. This procurement process is in the tender stage, focusing on analysis services within the research laboratory sector. The work involves DNA extraction, quality control, and sequencing for approximately 3000 pollack samples collected from multiple regions in the English Channel, with a deadline for final results by 15th March 2025. The contract is scheduled to commence on 30th September 2024 and will end on 15th March 2025, with all services to be conducted at the supplier's premises within the UK.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in DNA sequencing and genetic analysis, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale marine biology projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to compete, as the procurement method adopted is an open procedure below the threshold. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolio, gain prestige by collaborating with a renowned organisation like Cefas, and potentially secure further projects within the environmental and marine research sectors. Suitable candidates should offer solutions that maximise SNP identification and coverage, essential for investigating kinship levels among pollack.

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Notice Title

CEFAS24-116 Request for Quotation for genotype-by-sequencing approach for estimating familial relations among pollack

Notice Description

Cefas is currently undertaking genetics based Close-Kin Mark-Recapture (CKMR) research on pollack populations. Cefas is seeking a supplier to sequence samples using a Genotype-by-Sequencing (GBS) approach. Samples have been collected from pollack originating from multiple areas across the English Channel with generated Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) being used to identify Parent-Offspring Pairs (POPs) as well as more distant kinship relationships, such as Half Sibling Pairs (HSPs). Cefas is aware that there is a multitude of GBS approaches, some using propriety technology and some not. Cefas are seeking applications which offer a GBS approach that maximises SNP identification and coverage, to allow Cefas to explore kinship levels amongst pollack. To aid with the above project, Cefas require the supplier to carry out DNA extraction of muscle tissues, quality control steps (DNA Quality Control information (i.e. pass/fail based on DNA concentration and DNA quality) supplied to Cefas before genotype-by-sequencing commences) and genotype-by-sequencing of pollack samples. Therefore, suppliers are asked to provide a cost per sample based on the above. As standard, muscle tissue samples are to be provided by Cefas in LVL genetic sampling tubes with analytical grade ethanol and stored in -20oC: https://www.lvl-technologies.com/en/sample-storage/safe-2d-tubes-engl/safe-96-tissue-collection-951. Cefas requires suppliers to provide an estimate of how long it would take to provide results for both 3000 samples and their individual minimum run length to process per sequencing, based on the 'Deliverables' section described below. Deliverables: * DNA extraction of all samples * DNA Quality Control information (i.e. pass/fail based on DNA concentration and DNA quality) supplied to Cefas before genotype-by-sequencing commences. * Genotype-by-sequencing providing SNPS with an average of >30x coverage. o ~3000* tissue samples provided in total (exact amount to be confirmed) * Samples can either be submitted to the supplier as they are received by Cefas OR submitted all at once based on suppliers' flexibility * Sequencing files to be provided in fastq format with a QC Report o Final sample submission date being end of February 2025. o All results, with a final QC report, must be received by 15th of March 2025. *Please note sample number stated above is the current estimated number of samples collected, final sample number may vary Location for services to be undertaken: At the supplier's premises, please specify full details of location within your response. Download the Bidder Pack at https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome and search for CEFAS24-116 under opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7463c582-b587-42dd-8a8d-b10d22341ac9
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9bbd752b-4050-4334-bcab-7f3ab0ecb087
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

CPV Codes

71620000 - Analysis services

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2024 - 15 Mar 2025 1-6 months
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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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

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