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Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer for the Natural History Museum

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

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28 Sep 2019 at 11:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Natural History Museum in London recently completed a procurement process for the purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer. This tender, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, had an estimated value of £240,000. The open procurement method was utilised, with the tender period concluding on 24 September 2019, and the contract period starting on 30 September 2019 and extending until 1 January 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific equipment and technology. Suppliers of high throughput sequencing devices, especially those offering innovations in laboratory equipment, would benefit from engaging in such tenders. With the Natural History Museum being a prominent buyer, smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the specifications are encouraged to participate, as this procurement process aligns well with their capabilities and growth ambitions.

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Notice Title

Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer for the Natural History Museum

Notice Description

Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA Sequencer

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e74894f3-3ebc-49c0-8721-530b3e207e77
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/258d2902-4ad8-4e29-85e4-48eeb22c13b0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
29 Sep 2019 - 1 Jan 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Contact Name
Robert Oldfield
Contact Email
r.oldfield@nhm.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+4402079425305

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW7 5BD
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Electoral Ward
Brompton & Hans Town
Westminster Constituency
Kensington and Bayswater

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PACIFIC BIOSCIENCES OF CALIFORNIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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