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title: "Automated DNA Extractor (Open Tender)"
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# Automated DNA Extractor (Open Tender)

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-18a6f6dc-fd50-483c-ac47-bf4ee12eda5e

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## Summary

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is seeking to procure a large-volume fully automated genomic DNA extractor under an open tender process, classified within the research laboratory services industry. The tender, titled "Automated DNA Extractor (Open Tender)", has a total estimated value of £120,000, with a minimum financial threshold of £70,000. The contract is expected to commence on 2nd July 2018 and will run for five years, with the potential for two one-year extensions. Interested suppliers have until 27th April 2018 to submit their proposals, with services to be delivered to a specified location in Potters Bar, England.

This procurement opportunity offers significant potential for businesses, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment and services, to contribute to the advancement of genomic research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the tender is designed to accommodate their capabilities. Suppliers who can offer innovative solutions and maintenance services alongside the equipment may find this a particularly advantageous opportunity for growth and collaboration within the health sector.

## Notice

The Agency (MHRA) is looking to purchase a large-volume fully automated genomic DNA extractor to replace an ageing instrument which uses a salting-out chemistry. We aim to achieve maximum consistency in the performance of DNA isolated in the old and new systems. We expect to award a contract for a period of 05 years with two possible extensions of 12 months each. The Equipment will be purchased in year one of the agreement, the remaining years of the agreement to cover servicing and maintenance and any bespoke consumables.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b74dacf0-ad63-4427-ab35-f53aebb89fb0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2018 - 3 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | POTTERS BAR |
| Post town | Enfield |
| Postcode | EN6 3QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | Hertsmere |
| Electoral ward | Shenley |
| Westminster constituency | Hertsmere |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2018 at 16:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b74dacf0-ad63-4427-ab35-f53aebb89fb0
- 6 Mar 2018 at 14:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b74dacf0-ad63-4427-ab35-f53aebb89fb0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b74dacf0-ad63-4427-ab35-f53aebb89fb0
  6th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://mhra.bravosolution.co.uk/web_mhra/login.html?_ncp=1520347166199.706-1

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