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Genomics England Researcher Platform

GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 Jul 2026 at 16:43

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

12 Mar 2026 at 14:51

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

22 May 2025 at 17:25

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Genomics England Limited has recently completed a public procurement process for the contract "Genomics England Researcher Platform." The contract was awarded to Lifebit Biotech Limited, tasked with providing a state-of-the-art Researcher Platform to support the National Genomic Research Library. This platform will enable researchers to securely access genomic and associated datasets through a cloud-based environment, offering tools for data access, visualisation, analysis, and collaboration. The procurement followed an open method under a competitive flexible procedure, reflecting Genomics England's commitment to data-driven genomic healthcare innovation. The contract commenced on 22 June 2026, with an active status and potential extensions that could extend the contract term up to January 2032. Located in London, this procurement process focused on IT services and software development within the public authority central government framework.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, with a particular focus on software development, cloud-based solutions, and data analytics. Companies that offer industry-specific software packages and possess expertise in managing large genomic datasets would be well-suited for this type of contract. Such businesses can leverage the opportunity to collaborate with a leading genomic organisation, positioning themselves strategically within an expanding field with potential growth in user base from 600 to 2,000 Monthly Active Users by the end of the contract term. Furthermore, incorporating advanced data security and compliance measures with scalable solutions will be essential for businesses aiming to maintain a competitive edge in contributing to genomic research and healthcare advancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Genomics England Researcher Platform

Notice Description

Genomics England has awarded a contract for the provision of a Researcher Platform to support the National Genomic Research Library (NGRL). The platform will provide researchers with secure access to genomic and associated datasets through a cloud-based environment incorporating tools for data access, visualisation, analysis and collaboration. The supplier will be responsible for implementation, ongoing development, maintenance, support and operation of the platform throughout the contract term. The platform will support a growing researcher user community and enable the secure use of genomic and associated health data for research and innovation purposes in accordance with Genomics England's objectives and applicable information governance requirements

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Authority will be entitled at its absolute discretion to extend the Contract Term on the same terms and conditions for a further period or periods of up to a total extension period totalling 2 years form the original contract end date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061949-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48100000 - Industry specific software package

48517000 - IT software package

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72222300 - Information technology services

72261000 - Software support services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,400,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£14,400,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£19,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£19,500,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 5AB
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFEBIT BIOTECH LIMITED

Further Information

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