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title: "PHE_Scientific_Provision for purchase of Library Prep for WGS"
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# PHE_Scientific_Provision for purchase of Library Prep for WGS

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-013653a2-33a6-4dc0-987f-05f760e5ef06

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## Summary

Public Health England has awarded a contract titled "PHE_Scientific_Provision for purchase of Library Prep for WGS" to Illumina Cambridge Limited for DNA library preparation kits and consumables. This selective procurement was conducted via a framework agreement, specifically under Lot2 of the PHE Microbiology Framework. The primary requirement is for the Colindale and Birmingham sites, with an overall contract value of £6,433,678.50 (including extension options) and an initial three-year period starting from 6th January 2021, extendable by an additional two years. The tender period concluded on 13th November 2020.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the laboratory reagents sector, particularly those specialising in DNA preparation and sequencing technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find suitable avenues to compete, especially if they can demonstrate innovative products or services that align with Public Health England’s objectives in genomic research and public health. Providers capable of delivering high-quality laboratory supplies and services will be well-positioned to take advantage of potential future requirements as the scope of the contract expands.

## Notice

Public Health England has awarded a contract to Illumina Cambridge Ltd via mini competition under Lot2 of the PHE Microbiology Framework for DNA library preparation (LP) kits and consumables to support the process for whole genome sequencing applications provided by the National Infection Service (NIS), Central Sequencing laboratory (CSL). It is a PHE wide contract, however the current requirement is for Colindale and Birmingham, with other sites to be added as per requirement. The current contract is for the initial period of three with an option to extend for a further 2 years. The current is for GBP 3860207.10 Ex VAT for initial period and not more than GBP6433678.50 Ex VAT including extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09e1e63f-f005-42d7-9b2f-4b4e87535235 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2021 - 5 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,433,678 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ILLUMINA CAMBRIDGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33696500 - Laboratory reagents

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2021 at 17:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09e1e63f-f005-42d7-9b2f-4b4e87535235
- 22 Jan 2021 at 17:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09e1e63f-f005-42d7-9b2f-4b4e87535235

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09e1e63f-f005-42d7-9b2f-4b4e87535235
  22nd January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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