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title: "Supply of automated NGS DNA library preparation kits"
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# Supply of automated NGS DNA library preparation kits

Buyer: NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2fc1f7c9-6e18-47b2-bd22-fa2093ca3783

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## Summary

The NHS Blood and Transplant is seeking suppliers for the "Supply of automated NGS DNA library preparation kits" under an open procurement process, classified under diagnostic kits. This tender is currently in the planning stage, and responses must be submitted by 20 September 2018. The value of the contract is estimated at £1.5 million, with the contract period scheduled to start on 10 April 2019 and run for two years, with a possible one-year extension. The delivery location is London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the healthcare and diagnostic equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in consumable goods. Companies that can offer high-quality automated DNA library preparation kits and demonstrate their ability to meet the specified requirements will be well-suited to participate in this tender. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to respond, as this procurement is open to all qualified bidders.

## Notice

Since 2016, H&I Colindale have undertaken Human Leucocyte Antigen (HLA) class I and class II typing for unrelated stem cell and platelet donors by an 'in house' NGS method using the Illumina MiSeq(r) platform. The protocol was designed for high throughput testing using Beckman Coulter Biomek(r) FXp liquid handling robots. Tenderers are required to respond to this ITT on the basis of offering a solution which can meet the Requirements as set out in the Specification.The objective of this tender is for the Authority to be able to purchase DNA library preparation kits. This consumable is an essential requirement for the in house protocol. This Framework Agreement is for a period of 2 years with an option to extend for 1 year. It is the intention of NHSBT to award a Framework Agreement for these requirements by April 2019. Additional information: Please search in current opportunities in Bravo Solution tendering portal for the bidding documents for this tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/672c344a-178a-46f9-a3c6-5f435a527281 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 7 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 9 Apr 2019 - 9 Apr 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| 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 | NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS34 7QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Filton |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33141625 - Diagnostic kits

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2018 at 09:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/672c344a-178a-46f9-a3c6-5f435a527281

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/672c344a-178a-46f9-a3c6-5f435a527281
  7th August 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://nhsbt.bravosolution.co.uk
  Bravo Solution tenedering portal

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