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title: "Automated DNA/RNA quantity/quality analyser for downstream NGS workflow"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE"
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# Automated DNA/RNA quantity/quality analyser for downstream NGS workflow

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b3c9313a-7f11-4ea7-8c5e-ab686b51f91d

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## Summary

The University of Central Lancashire has initiated a tender for an "Automated DNA/RNA quantity/quality analyser for downstream NGS workflow" in the laboratory, optical and precision equipment category. The tender is currently at the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions by 13:00 on 9th March 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure (below threshold), with a contract period starting on 10th March 2023 and ending on 9th March 2028. The tender is specifically seeking a system for DNA/RNA analysis that requires minimal user intervention and offers rapid sample processing.

This tender opportunity from the University of Central Lancashire provides a platform for businesses in the laboratory equipment industry to showcase their innovative solutions. Small and medium enterprises are particularly well-suited to compete for this tender, given the focus on cost-effective and user-friendly maintenance requirements. Businesses with expertise in developing analytical or scientific software services will find this tender aligned with their capabilities, offering a chance to contribute to cutting-edge genomic research facilities.

## Notice

Automated DNA/RNA quantity/quality analyser for downstream NGS workflow. We need a fully integrated, automated, and easy to use system for the analysis of genomic DNA, Cell-free DNA and other nucleic acids by proprietary small-scale gel electrophoresis as described below. We need high levels of accuracy and reproducibility for the analysis of DNA and RNA samples (for downstream NGS workflow). We require user-self-preventative maintenance rather than engineer facilitated maintenance, to be more cost-effective in running the NGS workflow. The system should offer automated sample processing (with automated loading, electrophoresis, and imaging of the prepared samples, minimizing user intervention and delivering fast analysis) for quick and reliable sample quality control (with sizing, quantity and integrity information automatically presented) for RNA and DNA sample analysis for next generation sequencing, processing about 96 samples at a time. We require costs for consumables per sample (please specify how long these are fixed for) and rapid analysis (results should be readily available within 2 minutes/sample). The consumables should be ready-to use and should not require any set up or priming or lengthy temperature equilibration periods. Please complete the attached quotation form.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b851a784-995d-4732-a418-7d1673e6a8a4 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Mar 2023 - 9 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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 CENTRAL LANCASHIRE |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 2HE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 72212461 - Analytical or scientific software development services

## Release History

- 2 Mar 2023 at 14:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b851a784-995d-4732-a418-7d1673e6a8a4
- 2 Mar 2023 at 12:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b851a784-995d-4732-a418-7d1673e6a8a4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b851a784-995d-4732-a418-7d1673e6a8a4
  2nd March 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/44ada93f-42eb-451a-8f3b-b89256bb742e
  Please return the attached to LHorton2@uclan.ac.uk by 1pm on 9.3.23. Specification is as detailed in description above.

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