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title: "Custom Synthesis of DNA Molecules"
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# Custom Synthesis of DNA Molecules

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43068a8b-0627-47ef-9deb-a73f00fad8ca

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency has recently completed a tender process for the custom synthesis of DNA molecules, awarded to Twist Bioscience. This procurement falls under the research laboratory services category, identified by CPV code 73111000. The contract, valued at £200,000, spans from 6th June 2025 to 9th June 2027 and is set in England, United Kingdom, specifically the postal region SP4 0JG. The tender involved synthesising specific DNA molecules for diverse applications, notably in sequencing-based serology techniques such as PhIP-seq and MIPSA, contributing significantly to immunology research. The contracting authority conducted the procurement process with an 'Other' method categorisation, reaching the award stage and becoming active on 6th June 2025.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research laboratory services, particularly those with expertise in DNA synthesis and sequencing technologies. Companies catering to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) should consider engaging with such contracts, as they offer a gateway to collaboration with governmental health agencies and participation in cutting-edge research. Businesses that can innovate in the field of DNA synthesis and contribute to next-generation immunological methods stand to gain significant growth from engaging with the UK Health Security Agency through such projects.

## Notice

Custom synthesis of highly specific DNA molecules based on user defined data. DNA molecules can be provided as pools, cloned sequences, or separated oligonucleotides. These libraries of DNA sequences can be used for diverse uses within UKHSA, most notably, for the design and building of sequencing-based serology techniques such as PhIP-seq and MIPSA, a next-generation method that is at the forefront of immunology research.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4204647e-99d7-40d5-be77-dddf0389d0c0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Jun 2025 - 9 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TWIST BIOSCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2025 at 12:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4204647e-99d7-40d5-be77-dddf0389d0c0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4204647e-99d7-40d5-be77-dddf0389d0c0
  19th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/77c35eb2-c1f3-4fce-804a-c888db05e23d
  C339182 - Custom Synthesis of DNA Molecules - Contract FINAL fully signed_Redacted

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