Tender

Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock

MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY

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Tender

27 Jan 2025 at 14:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued an open tender for "Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock." This procurement falls under the Laboratory services industry category, with additional focus on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract entails managing transgenic colonies for polio vaccine testing and accompanying tasks, set to take place in the UK, with the primary address in Hertfordshire. The tender is currently at the active stage with an end date for participation on 21 February 2025, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 5 March 2025 and conclude on 3 March 2028. The procurement value is estimated at £50,000, and the process follows an open procedure, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, especially those experienced in transgenic colony management and cryopreservation. Companies focusing on the maintenance and genetic management of breeding colonies can substantially benefit by participating in this tender, aiding in the preservation and effective utilisation of genetic stocks. The contract's nature provides a platform for growth by engaging in a high-stakes domain concerning global health initiatives, making it an attractive prospect for biotech firms, laboratory equipment suppliers, and related service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock

Notice Description

Tenders are invited from establishments who have the capabilities to take on all services related to transgenic colony management. At the MHRA, the Biological Services facility houses two transgenic mouse breeding colonies. These colonies have been specifically bred to support the Poliomyelitis test work implemented by the Science, Research & Innovation Group. In-bred transgenic mice with the Human Polio receptor gene provides a practical alternative to the use of non-human primates. These lines are used to assess the neurovirulence of polioviruses and immunogenicity/ protection of vaccines and hence play a key role in the global polio activities of the Agency. Both colonies require refresh, as genetic drift has been observed due to multiple unexpected phenotypic changes. We are therefore seeking assistance in the maintenance and refresh of colonies, possibly looking to utilise already frozen stocks of embryos/ sperm. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a362d686-4f05-4332-b56b-3a1ab9c5faf2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2028 2-3 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
MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EN6 3QG
Post Town
Enfield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Hertsmere
Electoral Ward
Shenley
Westminster Constituency
Hertsmere

Further Information

Notice Documents

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