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title: "The Provision of a Human Whole Genome Sequencing Service"
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# The Provision of a Human Whole Genome Sequencing Service

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c11fa1c-6e9f-45ef-8494-0b1e38f07d66

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently seeking tenders for "The Provision of a Human Whole Genome Sequencing Service," aimed at providing a high-coverage sequencing service for samples from its Beta-Cell biobank. This tender is classified under research laboratory services, and the procurement process is an open procedure. The tender period is set to conclude on 15th December 2017, followed by the expected contract period starting on 16th December 2017 and lasting until 17th December 2017. The service will be delivered in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in genomic sequencing technologies and bioinformatics. Companies that can leverage Illumina Sequencing Technology or demonstrate equivalent outcomes with alternative technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, which could enhance their market visibility and foster new partnerships within the research and healthcare sectors.

## Notice

2.1 To provide a Human Whole Genome Sequencing service at least 30X average coverage. Using the University's preferred Illumina Sequencing Technology because of the established bioinformatics and analysis pipelines. Bidders using alternative technology must provide assurances that equivalent results/data will be produced. The samples are from our Beta-Cell biobank of patients with suspected monogenic diabetes or hyperinsulinism. The University expects to provide between 100 and 200 samples per annum.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb54179d-9e8f-4b8c-a594-e6c19e0099b2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Nov 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2017 - 17 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 14 Nov 2017 at 23:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb54179d-9e8f-4b8c-a594-e6c19e0099b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb54179d-9e8f-4b8c-a594-e6c19e0099b2
  14th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=22252&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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