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title: "Bio-SERS - working prototype for single bacteria detection"
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# Bio-SERS - working prototype for single bacteria detection

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74e20ec8-870a-493f-83b9-64baf44be3f0

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, located in Salisbury, England, has completed a tender process for the project titled "Bio-SERS - working prototype for single bacteria detection." This procurement falls under the research laboratory services category with a total value of £615,985, awarded following a selective procurement method through a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 1st September 2021 to 31st March 2024. The application period for this tender concluded on 12th August 2021.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and development sector, particularly those specialising in biotechnology, sensor technology, and optical instrumentation. Companies with expertise in producing advanced optical sensors and rapid diagnostic tools will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. Engaging in such projects can not only facilitate business growth but also enhance innovation and address critical challenges in detecting and identifying bacterial pathogens.

## Notice

The overall aim is to develop a rapid, sensitive and multiplexed optical bionanosensor for the detection and identification of bacteria. This will involve using the inherent sensitivity of enhanced Raman scattering combined with portable Raman instrumentation for optical readout.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee227c8-99f6-4a44-9e32-ac10a8306e49 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £615,985 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £615,985 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2022 at 14:45 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee227c8-99f6-4a44-9e32-ac10a8306e49
- 11 Feb 2022 at 14:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee227c8-99f6-4a44-9e32-ac10a8306e49
- 26 Aug 2021 at 15:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee227c8-99f6-4a44-9e32-ac10a8306e49

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cee227c8-99f6-4a44-9e32-ac10a8306e49
  11th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/690b1b92-36ab-4f37-a8cd-4689071641e2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6c68fcb-70d2-4dcd-9925-a31c4fa20b61
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/693c2b3e-c984-4777-908c-f89790672d0b
  Means of Payment
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/03b0908c-8230-4cff-b901-324677e0ada2

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