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title: "Provision of SMARTer RNA Kits"
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# Provision of SMARTer RNA Kits

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ffe923b4-b468-40ae-aba9-8fff3c522042

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) seeking suppliers for the provision of SMARTer RNA Kits, essential for use in its Colindale National Infection Service laboratories. This open tender, valued at £70,000, is currently in the active tender stage, with a closing date for queries set for 4th May 2021 at 12pm. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 14th May 2021, lasting until 13th May 2024. The delivery addresses include various regions, primarily within the United Kingdom and Europe.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory supplies and consumables, particularly those capable of providing compatible solutions for next-generation sequencing workflows. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those that can demonstrate their capability to fulfil the specific requirements outlined by Public Health England. Engaging in this contract can enhance visibility and growth potential for businesses in the healthcare supply sector.

## Notice

Public Health England (PHE) requires the provision of SMARTer RNA Kits for use in its Colindale National Infection Service laboratories. PHE is planning to award a contract to Takara Bio Europe S.A.S. as it believes that the SMARTer RNA Kits are the only consumables which can meet our requirements. The kits need to be compatible with our current next-generation sequencing workflows which cannot be amended or revalidated. If you feel that you can meet the above requirements, please email scientific.procurement@phe.gov.uk. The closing date and time for any queries is 4th May at 12pm.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69e40065-914f-4c2b-9ab5-725f33e545f7 |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 May 2021 - 13 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2021 at 12:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69e40065-914f-4c2b-9ab5-725f33e545f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69e40065-914f-4c2b-9ab5-725f33e545f7
  20th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england
  Information about our organisation

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