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title: "29512 - DNA Sequencer"
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buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL"
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# 29512 - DNA Sequencer

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0af74e71-1165-4776-ac5c-9fb694a65277

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the acquisition of a DNA sequencer by the Defra Network, a prominent buyer located in London, England. This contract falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category, with a total value of £68,977.23. The procurement method employed was a direct approach, specifically a single tender action below threshold. The tender period for submissions closed on 10 November 2020, and the contract commenced on 10 December 2020, set to last until 9 December 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory equipment and technology. Companies that specialise in manufacturing or supplying laboratory instruments, particularly those focusing on genetic analysis tools, would be well-positioned to pursue similar future contracts with Defra or similar organisations. Engaging with the procurement process can foster business growth as firms expand their market footprint within the public sector, especially in the biotechnology and research industries.

## Notice

DNA Sequencer Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b64cefa-00c2-4a7a-835b-d0f75c2dfbee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 10 Dec 2020 - 9 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £68,977 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £68,977 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2021 at 11:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b64cefa-00c2-4a7a-835b-d0f75c2dfbee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b64cefa-00c2-4a7a-835b-d0f75c2dfbee
  1st April 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a94ef583-f388-48ae-a318-edf1dafe6535
  n/a

## Notice URLs

- https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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