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Efficacy of DNA sequencing on samples of terrestrial invertebrates 2018-19

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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04 Jan 2019 at 11:22

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Tender

05 Oct 2018 at 09:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, which seeks to evaluate the efficacy of DNA sequencing on terrestrial invertebrate samples collected under Natural England survey protocols. This contract, titled "Efficacy of DNA sequencing on samples of terrestrial invertebrates 2018-19," falls under the environmental services category and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is marked by an open tender procedure, which has concluded, with the submission deadline occurring on 30 October 2018. The contract period was established from 28 November 2018 to 28 February 2019, with a total contract value of £21,032.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the environmental consultancy and scientific research sectors, particularly those specialising in DNA analysis and ecological studies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project requires expertise in innovative DNA techniques and cost analysis methodologies. Companies that can demonstrate reliability in identification processes and offer cost-effective solutions are well-suited to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Efficacy of DNA sequencing on samples of terrestrial invertebrates 2018-19

Notice Description

Invertebrate samples collected using Natural England survey protocols will be analysed using appropriate DNA techniques, to provide a comparison to traditional techniques (data will be supplied). Information will be collected to ascertain the following for each of the two methods: - How reliable and accurate is the DNA species identification? - How much does each method cost (in time and money)? - How long does the identification process take? - Can abundance be inferred as part of DNA sequencing? In addition, the following questions should be addressed: - How reliable is BOLD, or other databases available to the contractor, for undertaking invertebrate identification? A reference collection will not be made available. - Is there a need to review collection and storage methods for DNA sequencing of terrestrial invertebrates? Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk, ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddee2282-4c2a-42e7-ac17-057075ba84b0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce0c546c-843c-4f0f-978b-47982e2f4508
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,032 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,032 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH41 Peterborough
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Peterborough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Peterborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RSK ADAS

Further Information

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