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RBGKEW1398 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 2

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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31 Jul 2025 at 15:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, based in Richmond, UK, has completed its procurement process titled "RBGKEW1398 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 2," focused on research laboratory services. This process, categorised under the CPV code 73111000, involved an open procurement method for sequencing services related to fungal whole genome sequencing. It was designed for a period of up to 36 months, with the possibility of a 6-month extension, starting from June 2025 and ending in December 2028. The project aimed at sequencing several thousand fungi, primarily from historical collections, necessitating complex DNA protocols. The tendering stage concluded on 30th May 2025, and the contract, valued at £444,000, was officially awarded on 31st July 2025 to Edinburgh Genetics Limited.

The tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in high-throughput sequencing services, particularly for scientific and research-focused SMEs and Social Enterprises, which are encouraged to participate. Companies with expertise in handling low-yield, ancient DNA or providing advanced library preparations stand a good chance due to the specific project requirements outlined by RBG Kew. Such a contract not only solidifies a company's reputation in cutting-edge scientific research services but also paves the way for future collaborations and innovation within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RBGKEW1398 - Fungarium Sequencing Project Phase 2

Notice Description

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew ('RBG Kew') intends to appoint a Supplier for a period of up to 36 months with the option to extend by up to a further 6, from contract commencement in 2025. The Supplier will provide sequencing services primarily for the Fungarium Sequencing project, but also for other projects using fungal whole genome sequencing approaches. 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. The Supplier will provide high-throughput sequencing data either from DNA extracts or from library preparations supplied by RBG Kew, according to the sequencing requirements below:

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d77de6aa-703c-4280-ac20-029d5ba74b2f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71607c07-febd-4547-9eda-18c959fc9a5f
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£444,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£444,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 1 Dec 2028 3-4 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

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