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title: "Whole Genome Sequencing"
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buyer: "UK BIOBANK LTD"
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# Whole Genome Sequencing

Buyer: UK BIOBANK LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8c7671c8-cbb6-422f-a64d-e2993d12bafc

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Biobank Ltd, a prominent organisation based in Stockport, England, that has initiated a tender for Whole Genome Sequencing services. This project, classified under medical analysis services, has a total budget of GBP 27.4 million, with funding dedicated to a vanguard phase of sequencing expected to be completed by the end of 2019. The tender was awarded to Genome Research Limited, with the active contract period starting from 28th March 2018 and extending until 28th March 2021. The open procurement method was employed, and the tender period concluded on 27th February 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in genomic research and medical sequencing, particularly those with capabilities in providing comprehensive analysis services. Companies in the biotechnology and genomics sectors that can demonstrate expertise in whole genome sequencing would be well-positioned to compete for future contracts related to this project. Such engagement can foster business growth and enhance collaboration within the rapidly advancing field of genomics.

## Notice

UK Biobank requires a single sequencing provider that can offer Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) services that meet the requirements outlined in the specification.The key parameters for any bidder are as follows:- There is up to GBP 30m funding available for the conduct of a vanguard phase of whole genome sequencing;- The scope of the tender is for sequencing (and certain named ancillary) services only;- The sequencing for this vanguard phase should ideally be completed by the end of 2019

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e6708d0-74f7-46d6-8d07-ecb736d56441 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 27 Mar 2018 - 28 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £27,400,000 |
| 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 | UK BIOBANK LTD |
| Locality | STOCKPORT |
| Post town | Stockport |
| Postcode | SK3 0SA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD35 Greater Manchester South East |
| Local authority | Stockport |
| Electoral ward | Davenport & Cale Green |
| Westminster constituency | Stockport |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GENOME RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85148000 - Medical analysis services

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2018 at 16:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e6708d0-74f7-46d6-8d07-ecb736d56441

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0e6708d0-74f7-46d6-8d07-ecb736d56441
  5th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.mytenders.org/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR153712
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## Notice URLs

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

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