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RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW

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Award

22 Aug 2024 at 09:05

Tender

13 May 2024 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has awarded a contract for RBGKEW1309 Long-Read Ash Genome Sequencing 2024 to Novogene (UK) Company LTD. The procurement falls under the industry category of research services and is located in London, UKI region. Key dates include the contract being signed on 26th July 2024, with an initial tender stage that concluded on 13th June 2024. The procurement process was an open procedure with a maximum contract value of £167,000 GBP (excluding VAT). The contract entails sequencing the genomes of 300 European ash trees and six technical replicates, totalling 306 samples, with specific metrics detailed for genomic DNA supplied by RBG Kew.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in genomic sequencing and bioinformatics, particularly those capable of high-throughput sequencing and data analysis using long-read technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as larger organisations with expertise in genetic research and environmental protection, would be well-suited to compete. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolios with a high-profile project, potentially leading to further research collaborations and contracts in the environmental and genomics sectors.

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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.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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. The maximum contract value is PS167,000 GBP (excluding VAT). We wish to maximise the number of samples sequenced at a minimum of 15x whole genome coverage (minimum of 13.2 gigabases of data per sample). Optionally, if all 306 samples can be sequenced to at least 15x (minimum of 13.2 gigabases of data per sample) within the maximum contract value, we may wish to maximise the total amount of data in gigabases for each of the 306 samples.

Renewal: Contract may be extended for 12 months subject to requirements of RBGKEW.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045914
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026781-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£167,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£167,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW
Contact Name
Jamal Jimenez
Contact Email
procurement@kew.org
Contact Phone
+44 2083325000

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

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