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title: "Metagenome sequencing services"
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# Metagenome sequencing services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7012a5d5-cc03-4dc2-995d-258215f6e246

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has initiated a tender for metagenome sequencing services, involving the sequencing of nine soil and sediment samples using PacBio HiFi CCS Revio longread sequencing. The samples are to be issued in a single batch in the first week of June 2024, with sequencing data expected back within 3 months. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a tender period ending on 25th April 2024, and a contract period from 3rd June 2024 to 2nd June 2025.

This tender opportunity by the University of Exeter for metagenome sequencing services is suitable for businesses interested in research and development services. The University is located in Exeter, South West England, with a contract value of £92,500 in GBP. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this tender, which can provide growth opportunities for businesses in the research and development sector.

## Notice

The University has a requirement for metagenome sequencing services. We seek to have nine soil and sediment samples sequenced using PacBio HiFi CCS Revio longread sequencing to a depth of approx. 250 Gb per sample with a minimum median read length of 10 kB and average quality score of >Q30. We intend to issue these samples to the successful supplier in a single batch in the first week of June 2024 (subject to a contract being signed in May) and require sequencing data to be returned to the University within 3 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71078cf3-2e33-4d20-9974-698cd4e6ba57 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jun 2024 - 2 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,500 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2024 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71078cf3-2e33-4d20-9974-698cd4e6ba57

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/71078cf3-2e33-4d20-9974-698cd4e6ba57
  28th March 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=79992&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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