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title: "University of Leeds - Massively Parallel Long Read DNA Sequencer"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS"
published: "2017-08-23"
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# University of Leeds - Massively Parallel Long Read DNA Sequencer

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-485d64c1-6831-41e1-967e-991c37e576d2

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently inviting tenders for the acquisition of a Massively Parallel Long Read DNA Sequencer, a key piece of laboratory equipment classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was published on 23 August 2017 and is being conducted through an open procurement method, with the submission deadline set for 25 September 2017 at 23:59. The contract, which is expected to commence on 19 October 2017, will span a three-year period, concluding on 19 October 2021. The delivery address for this procurement is in Leeds, England, where the University’s Procurement Office is located.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those that can provide high-performance DNA sequencers and related software. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the biotech or life sciences sectors would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, as the tender process encourages participation from these entities. Companies that can meet the technical specifications and operational requirements outlined by the University of Leeds stand to benefit significantly from a partnership with this prestigious institution.

## Notice

The University of Leeds is seeking tenders for 'Massively parallel long read DNA sequencer' The tender is for a massively parallel long read sequencer capable of generating over 500,000 reads with a typical length of over 8kb. The sequencer should be able to operate in a standard laboratory environment and come with all essential software for data production to a file format commonly used for storing sequence data.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f18aed6e-9518-4264-a46f-282b09d984fe |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Oct 2017 - 19 Oct 2021 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2017 at 14:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f18aed6e-9518-4264-a46f-282b09d984fe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f18aed6e-9518-4264-a46f-282b09d984fe
  23rd August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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