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GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1371 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 1

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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22 May 2025 at 15:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has recently completed the procurement process for the "GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1371 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 1." This project falls under the industry category of Research Laboratory Services and is located in London, United Kingdom. The contracting process was managed using an open procurement method. The tender, valued at £104,000 GBP, was awarded on 27th February 2025 following the tendering period, which concluded the same day. The contract commenced on 1st March 2025 and concluded on 31st May 2025. The process has now reached the award stage with the successful supplier being Edinburgh Genetics Limited, chosen based on the outlined criteria without a guaranteed minimum level of spend during the contract period.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in genome sequencing, particularly those capable of handling projects involving low DNA yield and utilising ancient DNA protocols, given the nature of the samples being historical and ancient dried fungarium collections. The contract was structured to suit a range of businesses, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), promoting opportunities for companies with the requisite expertise in fungal whole genome sequencing. Such tenders bolster business growth by providing access to niche projects within the research sector, thereby enhancing a firm’s portfolio and industry standing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-LONDON: RBGKEW1371 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 1

Notice Description

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ('RBG Kew') intends to appoint a supplier for a period of up to 2 months with no option to extend. The supplier will provide sequencing services primarily for the Fungarium Sequencing project, but also for other projects using fungal whole genome sequencing approaches. The maximum possible value of work under this contract is PS96,000 GBP excluding VAT. Services will be called off as needed and RBG Kew makes no commitment to any minimum level of spend. The Fungarium Sequencing project at RBG Kew aims at whole genome sequencing several thousands of fungi from a combination of fresh samples and mostly historical/ancient dried fungarium collections. Samples are mostly reference type specimens with very low DNA yield. Library preparation requires ancient DNA protocols. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a0c99d0d-2a75-43f9-825f-8fdec2b96082
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f34bcf26-e654-421a-8ea6-ba6bf87cbf97
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 May 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
Jamal Jimenez
Contact Email
procurement@kew.org
Contact Phone
02083325000

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDINBURGH GENETICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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