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title: "Automation Systems For DNA & RNA Sequencing Preparation - AWARD"
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# Automation Systems For DNA & RNA Sequencing Preparation - AWARD

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-698b6510-3cd5-4beb-80f6-c3cf963216f4

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has completed the procurement process for Automation Systems for DNA & RNA Sequencing Preparation, with the award dated 26 November 2024. This procurement falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses). The systems will be housed within the National Biomarker Centre (NBC) located on Wilmslow Road, Manchester (postal code M13 9PL). The procurement followed an open procedure, and the contract period will run from 26 November 2024 to 6 August 2025. The supplier awarded the contract is Hamilton Sales and Service LTD, based in Forge Mills Business Park, Birmingham.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory automation and DNA/RNA sequencing technology. The systems will enable the National Biomarker Centre to handle large volumes of patient DNA sequencing preparations efficiently, allowing scientific staff to focus on other experimental processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in high throughput DNA sequencing and automation systems would be well-suited to compete for future similar projects, given the demand for standardised and efficient analytical tools in cancer research. Additionally, businesses that can contribute to the continuous advancement of laboratory automation might find ample room for growth and collaboration with research institutions.

## Notice

1. Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is a place where research has a global impact, where students experience outstanding teaching and learning, helping them to develop into tomorrow's leaders, and where all activity is enriched by a commitment to social responsibility. Manchester was the first and most eminent of England's civic universities. Today, we are part of the prestigious Russell Group of UK universities, with an international reputation for the highest level of research and teaching, as demonstrated by our position in the Academic Ranking of World Universities. In 2021 we were placed 35th in the world and fifth in the UK. Looking ahead, it is our vision to be one of the world's leading universities and to be recognised globally for the excellence of our people, research, learning and innovations, and for the benefits we bring to society and the environment. The University employs over 13,000 staff across 3 faculties plus professional services and plays a key role in the cultural life of the region through Manchester Museum, John Rylands Research Institute and Library, Jodrell Bank (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Whitworth Art Gallery. Our student community is one of the largest in the UK and at present, we have more than 44,000 students studying at the University This quality of research feeds into our taught courses, many of which are also designed to meet the needs of industry. We offer more than 1,000-degree programmes and receive more undergraduate applications than any other UK university. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ 2. Background information on Project The University of Manchester wishes to purchase Automation Systems for DNA & RNA Sequencing Preparation. The facility will be housed within the National Biomarker Centre (NBC) within the Paterson Building on Wilmslow road. These automotive systems will allow a high throughput of DNA Sequencing Preparations in a standardised fashion for analysis of patient samples for Cancer Research. These systems will be used on multiple research projects freeing up scientific staff for other experimental processes. 3. Project Overview This project aims to enable Automation Systems for DNA and RNA Sequencing Preparation capability for our Nucleic Acid Biomarker (NAB) team in the National Biomarker Centre (NBC). There are two main current area of interest for DNA Sequencing Preparation they are methylation (T7-MBD-Seq) & Targeted Next Generation Sequencing analysis. Each area of interest has large research and translational projects, with up to 10,000 samples for each. Other area of development relate to Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) of DNA, and RNA sequencing. As these projects contain large cohorts of patient samples, the manual processes for DNA sequencing preparation becomes very labour intensive. Automation of these pr...

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b76782b-edc9-4449-99b2-a9ba8a34b69a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Nov 2024 - 6 Aug 2025 |
| 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 | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAMILTON SALES AND SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2024 at 11:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b76782b-edc9-4449-99b2-a9ba8a34b69a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b76782b-edc9-4449-99b2-a9ba8a34b69a
  26th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/

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