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Bacterial whole genome sequencing

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for Bacterial whole genome sequencing. The University is seeking a single provider to support a research group for surveillance of bacterial isolates from animal and environmental sources. The contract, with an estimated value of £75,000 excluding VAT, was awarded on 1st December 2023. The University will not negotiate substantive terms, but suppliers can propose amendments before the Deadline for Clarifications. The contract's expiry date is 31st March 2024.

This tender by the University of Bristol presents an opportunity for providers in the research laboratory services category, especially those with experience in bacterial whole genome sequencing and capacity for 500 sequencing reactions per month. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) based in the UK region are particularly encouraged to participate. Businesses with expertise in DNA extractions from Gram-negative bacteria are well-suited to compete for this contract, which requires providers to demonstrate capability and experience in sequencing and analysis.

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Notice Title

Bacterial whole genome sequencing

Notice Description

The University of Bristol is seeking a single provider to support a research group undertaking surveillance of bacterial isolates from a variety animal and environmental sources.The research is funded by for Arwain DGC (Defnydd Gwrthfioteg Cyfrifol / Leading on the responsible use of antimicrobials Wales).The University of Bristol invites Providers to quote based on the University of Bristol Standard Terms and Conditions which can be found in the tender attachments. There will not be any negotiations on any of the substantive terms of the tender documents, including the Conditions of Contract. However, Suppliers may propose amendments, and raised as clarifications before the Deadline for Clarifications found in the Qualification Envelope, to specific clauses of the Conditions of Contract (where Suppliers are unable to accept those clauses unamended) and UoB shall, in its absolute discretion, decide whether or not to accept those amendments.Contract expiry is 31st March 2024, estimated call-off contract value is PS75,000 excluding VAT.Please see specification for full requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-135189
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=135189
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
Helen Warren
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1179289000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICROBIAL GENOMICS LTD (TRADING AS MICROBESNG

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