--- title: "Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY" published: "2025-01-27" --- # Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd4ecb59-0a17-44f1-867e-57b1fe778728.json) ## Summary The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued an open tender for "Biological Services- Models Cryopreservation of MHRA Breeding Stock." This procurement falls under the Laboratory services industry category, with additional focus on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract entails managing transgenic colonies for polio vaccine testing and accompanying tasks, set to take place in the UK, with the primary address in Hertfordshire. The tender is currently at the active stage with an end date for participation on 21 February 2025, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 5 March 2025 and conclude on 3 March 2028. The procurement value is estimated at £50,000, and the process follows an open procedure, targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This tender offers a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory services, especially those experienced in transgenic colony management and cryopreservation. Companies focusing on the maintenance and genetic management of breeding colonies can substantially benefit by participating in this tender, aiding in the preservation and effective utilisation of genetic stocks. The contract's nature provides a platform for growth by engaging in a high-stakes domain concerning global health initiatives, making it an attractive prospect for biotech firms, laboratory equipment suppliers, and related service providers. ## Notice Tenders are invited from establishments who have the capabilities to take on all services related to transgenic colony management. At the MHRA, the Biological Services facility houses two transgenic mouse breeding colonies. These colonies have been specifically bred to support the Poliomyelitis test work implemented by the Science, Research & Innovation Group. In-bred transgenic mice with the Human Polio receptor gene provides a practical alternative to the use of non-human primates. These lines are used to assess the neurovirulence of polioviruses and immunogenicity/ protection of vaccines and hence play a key role in the global polio activities of the Agency. Both colonies require refresh, as genetic drift has been observed due to multiple unexpected phenotypic changes. We are therefore seeking assistance in the maintenance and refresh of colonies, possibly looking to utilise already frozen stocks of embryos/ sperm. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a362d686-4f05-4332-b56b-3a1ab9c5faf2 | | 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 | 27 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Mar 2025 - 3 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Enfield | | Postcode | EN6 3QG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Hertsmere | | Electoral ward | Shenley | | Westminster constituency | Hertsmere | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 71900000 - Laboratory services ## Release History - 27 Jan 2025 at 14:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a362d686-4f05-4332-b56b-3a1ab9c5faf2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a362d686-4f05-4332-b56b-3a1ab9c5faf2 27th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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