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title: "Research mDNA"
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buyer: "NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
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# Research mDNA

Buyer: NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-507ccffd-73c0-466f-b356-2c3d08304918

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## Summary

The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust awarded a contract for the research project titled "Research mDNA". The project involves a feasibility study on peripheral mitochondrial DNA as a non-invasive biomarker for high-risk cutaneous melanoma. The contract, valued at £93,526.72 GBP, was awarded to Earlham Institute. The procurement method used for this single tender action was "direct", and the contract period runs from March 6, 2023, to January 31, 2024.

This research project presents opportunities for businesses in the services industry, particularly those with expertise in research services. The project, carried out in Norwich, United Kingdom, by the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, aims to explore innovative diagnostic approaches. Businesses adept at conducting high-impact feasibility studies and developing biomarkers could find the potential for growth and collaboration with the healthcare sector.

## Notice

Feasibility study investigating circulating peripheral mitochondrial DNA as a potential non-invasive biomarker for diagnosis and surveillance of high-risk cutaneous melanoma

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166dbef0-a789-4ddc-90e1-de13e38aff02 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2023 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2023 - 31 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,512 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,526 |
| 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 | NORFOLK AND NORWICH UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | NORWICH, |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7UY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH53 Breckland and South Norfolk |
| Local authority | South Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | Cringleford |
| Westminster constituency | South Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EARLHAM INSTITUTE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2023 at 15:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166dbef0-a789-4ddc-90e1-de13e38aff02

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/166dbef0-a789-4ddc-90e1-de13e38aff02
  21st November 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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