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title: "Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer for the Natural History Museum"
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buyer: "NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM"
published: "2019-07-04"
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# Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer for the Natural History Museum

Buyer: NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-977fb246-5c71-48e2-8e37-b5ec6ced188d

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## Summary

The Natural History Museum in London is currently seeking suppliers for the procurement of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA sequencer. This opportunity is part of the open procurement method, with the tender period set to close on 31st July 2019. The contract is expected to begin on 1st August 2019 and will run until 1st January 2020. The relevant industry category is classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and businesses that meet the eligibility criteria for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those involved in the manufacturing of advanced sequencing technologies. Companies that excel in the production of high-throughput scientific instruments will find this contract particularly suitable. The procurement process invites SMEs to participate, allowing smaller firms to compete alongside larger entities, which can enhance their visibility and growth potential within the scientific research sector.

## Notice

Purchase of a Long Read, High Throughput DNA/RNA Sequencer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7075f42-8e8a-4c3e-a525-04ce720c8c4d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2019 - 1 Jan 2020 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW7 5BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI33 Kensington & Chelsea and Hammersmith & Fulham |
| Local authority | Kensington and Chelsea |
| Electoral ward | Brompton & Hans Town |
| Westminster constituency | Kensington and Bayswater |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 4 Jul 2019 at 13:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7075f42-8e8a-4c3e-a525-04ce720c8c4d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b7075f42-8e8a-4c3e-a525-04ce720c8c4d
  4th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./TRPCG483CR
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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