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title: "Delivery Support to Long Reads"
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# Delivery Support to Long Reads

Buyer: GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e36a935c-ab47-44f0-a89e-2a188eba1ede

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## Summary

Genomics England Ltd (GEL) is inviting tenders under the title "Delivery Support to Long Reads" as part of its Cancer 2.0 programme, which aims to enhance cancer research, diagnosis, and care through new technologies. The procurement falls within the category of Research and Development Consultancy Services and is based in London, United Kingdom. The procurement method is selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period has concluded as of 17 October 2021, with the awarded contract valued at £70,000 and running from 18 October 2021 to 6 January 2022.

This contract presents opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development services, particularly those adept in genomic technologies and NHS collaborations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the project's aim to build a robust pipeline for long-read genomes. Businesses that have experience working with healthcare institutions or those familiar with innovative genomics solutions will find this tender particularly aligned with their capabilities, potentially leading to significant contributions to cancer treatment advancements.

## Notice

Genomics England Ltd (GEL) is delivering a Cancer 2.0 programme of work aiming to explore how research, diagnosis and care for cancer patients can be optimised through a number of ground-breaking initiatives. The programme of work includes a 'long-read' workstream which aims to pilot the new technology within the NHS Genomics Laboratory Hubs (GLHs). In order to be a success, the long-read workstream must rapidly build a pipeline of long-read genomes through acquiring samples, analysing them and relaying the data back to the NHS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35b81d3f-de96-4cd0-99e6-46c7cf835190 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2021 - 6 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC1M 6BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI43 Haringey and Islington |
| Local authority | Islington |
| Electoral ward | Bunhill |
| Westminster constituency | Islington South and Finsbury |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PA CONSULTING (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 12:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35b81d3f-de96-4cd0-99e6-46c7cf835190

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35b81d3f-de96-4cd0-99e6-46c7cf835190
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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