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Next Generation Sequencing Platform

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is seeking to procure a Next Generation Sequencing platform for Marine Scotland, specifically for their Freshwater Fisheries Laboratory located in Faskally, Pitlochry, Perthshire. The procurement is currently at the Award stage, having completed the tender process. The total contract value is £70,686, and the date the contract was signed is 5th January 2018, following the tender closing date of 13th November 2017. This open procurement process includes a comprehensive requirement for supply, installation, and training of the equipment.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in genomic or laboratory equipment supply and installation, as well as training services in these domains. Companies with expertise in high-tech biological equipment, particularly those familiar with environmental and freshwater research applications, will find this contract aligns well with their offerings. Established suppliers with a proven track record in delivering high-quality scientific instruments and associated services are best positioned to compete in this tender process.

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Notice Title

Next Generation Sequencing Platform

Notice Description

Marine Scotland seeks to purchase the supply, installation of a Next Generation Sequencing platform to Marine Scotland, Freshwater Fisheries Laboratory, Faskally, Pitlochry, Perthshire PH16 5LB. It also requires training on the use of the equipment.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Marine Scotland requires the supply, installation of a Next Generation Sequencing platform to Marine Scotland, Freshwater Fisheries Laboratory, Faskally, Pitlochry, Perthshire PH16 5LB. The contract shall include the supply of a sequencing device, a dedicated, linked workstation (hardware and software), relevant technology licences (hardware and software), system delivery, installation and training, warranty and maintenance service contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000515637
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR317082
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

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


CPV Codes

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,686 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Apr 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Nov 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jan 20188 years ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6GA
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Leith
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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