Planning

Provision of Sequencing Panel for Detection of Gene Fusions In Cancer

NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)

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Planning

07 Jun 2021 at 11:15

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is planning to procure an RNA sequencing panel aimed at detecting gene fusions in cancer tissues. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory reagents, and is currently in the planning stage. The anticipated invitation to tender is expected to be published in autumn 2021, with the intention to commence service delivery by spring 2022. The delivery location for the procured items will be the All Wales Genomics Laboratory, situated in Cardiff, Wales. Interested suppliers are invited to present their solutions via virtual meetings between 5th and 16th July 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the biotechnology and diagnostic sectors, particularly those with experience in RNA sequencing and genomic testing technologies. Companies with innovative laboratory reagents or those capable of providing efficient and automated solutions for gene fusion detection will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. By participating in this procurement, businesses can not only contribute to advancing genomic research but also expand their reach within the healthcare market in Wales.

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Notice Title

Provision of Sequencing Panel for Detection of Gene Fusions In Cancer

Notice Description

The All Wales Genomics Laboratory intends to procure an RNA sequencing panel to enable the identification of gene fusion events in somatic tissue samples, to replace the current laboratory tests. AWGL currently offers a range of gene fusion detection services using predominantly fluorescence in situ hybridisation (FISH) together with a limited number of qPCR assays. These tests cover the common genetic translocations seen in haematological malignancies, lymphomas, sarcomas and solid tumour referrals in a range of tissues including bone marrow, peripheral blood and formalin-fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissues.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The All Wales Genomics Laboratory intends to procure an RNA sequencing panel to enable the identification of gene fusion events in somatic tissue samples. AWGL currently offers a range of gene fusion detection services using predominantly fluorescence in situ hybridisation (FISH) together with a limited number of qPCR assays. These tests cover the common genetic translocations seen in haematological malignancies, lymphomas, sarcomas and solid tumour referrals in a range of tissues including bone marrow, peripheral blood and formalin-fixed paraffin embedded (FFPE) tissues. In 2020/21 the laboratory received referrals from over 3000 samples for gene fusion translocation testing. Many of these samples were interrogated for more than 1 gene fusion event. The laboratory intends to introduce and NGS assay that will ensure the following objectives are met- - Workflow Standardisation - Introduction of a single NGS assay that can be used to detect a variety of clinically relevant gene fusions, across a range of sample types and cancers. - Streamlining Analysis - NGS assay allows the transfer of fusion analysis from predominantly microscopy based analyses (FISH) to a more sensitive and standardised method. - Service Improvement - Allows reduction of turnaround times by simultaneous detection of all clinically relevant gene fusion events using a protocol that is amenable to automation. - Expansion of gene fusion testing repertoire - Flexibility in panel content for future proofing against new testing requirements in cancer. We anticipate that an invitation to tender will be published in autumn 2021, with a view to begin service delivery in spring 2022. AWGL invite suppliers to present their solution via Teams/Skype/Zoom on a mutually convenient time/date between Monday 5th July and Friday 16th July 2021. The presentation should detail how your solution may best meet our needs with time for questions at the end. Please contact Ryan James, ryan.james3@wales.nhs.uk to arrange a meeting, where you will be provided a list of information that the laboratory requests you cover in your presentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b8e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012659-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33696500 - Laboratory reagents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)
Contact Name
Ryan James
Contact Email
ryan.james3@wales.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2921836442

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF15 7QZ
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Taff's Well
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

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