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title: "single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) library"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e5cd1a9b-3ea2-4aff-b0b2-172070e21851"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) library

Buyer: MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5cd1a9b-3ea2-4aff-b0b2-172070e21851

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency, which is seeking a supplier for a single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) library aimed at epitope mapping of various antibodies. This tender falls under the planning stage, with an engagement end date on 13 February 2019. The relevant industry category is identified as "Human organs" along with other classifications related to scientific and research services. Interested suppliers should contact Nawaz Habib via email to register their interest before the specified deadline.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in DNA synthesis technology, particularly those able to address throughput, scalability, and cost limitations associated with traditional methods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the capability to fulfil this specific requirement are well-suited to compete. If no suitable suppliers emerge, a direct award to an identified sole supplier is intended, highlighting the niche nature of this opportunity.

## Notice

The Agency is looking for a supplier who can provide us with a single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) library with the purpose of epitope mapping of various antibodies. We are looking for a DNA Synthesis technology that can address limitations of throughput, scalability and cost inherent in the legacy of DNA synthesis methods. As far as we are aware there is only one supplier who is able to meet this very specific request. Potential suppliers if they feel they can meet the requirement should email Nawaz.habib@nibsc.org to register an interest. If no submissions of potential interest are received by close of play 13 February 2019, it is then intended to perform a direct award without competition to the sole supplier we believe can deliver the required service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a03260fb-eae2-433d-baed-ce2699c12a4b |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 13 Feb 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDICINES AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS REGULATORY AGENCY |
| Locality | POTTERS BAR |
| 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

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 33141560 - Human organs
- 33141570 - Human blood
- 33698100 - Microbiological cultures
- 37315100 - Synthesisers
- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2019 at 16:06 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a03260fb-eae2-433d-baed-ce2699c12a4b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a03260fb-eae2-433d-baed-ce2699c12a4b
  23rd January 2019 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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