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RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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22 Aug 2024 at 08:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, based in London, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the project titled "RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024." This project falls under the research services category and involves sequencing the genomes of up to 300 European ash trees. The total value of the contract is £150,000, with work scheduled to begin on 19th August 2024 and conclude by 18th August 2025. The procurement utilised an open procedure and adhered to an open procurement method to select the supplier, Novogene (UK) Company LTD. The official contract award was made on 26th July 2024.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in genomic sequencing and research services to engage in significant scientific work. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract's details indicate suitability for such enterprises. The requirement for high-quality technical expertise in long-read sequencing technology opens up potential growth areas for companies within the biotechnology and genomic research sectors. Additionally, businesses proficient in handling large-scale genomic data and meeting stringent quality metrics will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024

Notice Description

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew wishes to appoint a supplier to individually sequence the whole genomes of up to 300 European ash trees (Fraxinus excelsior) at a minimum of 15x whole genome coverage via a long-read technology. Fraxinus excelsior is a diploid and has a 1C genome size of 880 Mbp. In addition to the 300 individual ash trees, we wish to sequence a minimum of six technical replicates. Therefore, the total number of samples we wish to sequence is 306. RBG Kew intends to supply total genomic DNA for each sample with the following metrics: minimum of 10ug DNA; minimum concentration of 30ng/ml (as measured with a Quantus flurometer dsDNA assay); at least 50% of the sample in fragments with a minimum length of 40kb; minimum OD260/280 of 1.8; minimum OD260/230 of 1.8; minimum DIN of 7.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1725ab5-9241-4833-b1ea-aa636dc877f6
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2024 - 18 Aug 2025 6-12 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
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

NOVOGENE (UK

Further Information

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