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title: "Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-037168"
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buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)"
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# Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-037168

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## Summary

The Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is looking for a contractor to provide Whole Genome Sequencing services for E.coli genomes and other bacterial samples. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with the title "Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes". This falls under the laboratory services industry category. The location is Aberdeen, UK. The tender is in the open procedure stage, with a completion date of 31st March 2024. The contract was signed on 3rd January 2023, with a value of £160,000.

This tender by Food Standards Scotland (FSS) presents business growth opportunities for companies experienced in providing research laboratory services. Firms with expertise in Whole Genome Sequencing using Illumina technology would be well-suited to compete. The tender provides a chance to work with FSS to contribute to the PATHSAFE programme. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the required insurance and experience criteria outlined in the tender documentation. Compliance with payment terms and supply chain management are crucial aspects for successful bidding in this procurement process.

## Notice

Food Standards Scotland requires a Contractor to provide Whole Genome Sequencing services for E.coli genomes and other bacterial samples

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) requires a Contractor to provide Whole Genome Sequencing of E. coli genomes gathered from samples across Scotland with minimum 30X Illumina (100-250nt min) coverage. The sequenced genomes will be used as part of the Work Stream 1 PATHSAFE programme. FSS requires a minimum of 2500 samples to be sequenced during the Initial Contract Period, though actual volumes may be much higher, with current estimates for 3000 samples to be sequenced by the Contractor by the end of October 2023. Samples will be provided to the Contractor in multiple batches of samples rather than a single large order. There may also be a requirement for Whole Genome Sequencing of other bacterial species.

Renewal: The Contract Period may be extended up to a maximum of 36 months after the initial period, at the sole discretion of FSS

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000597-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jan 2023 |
| Contract period | 9 Jan 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS) |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 5RL |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MICROBIAL GENOMICS LTD / (TRADING AS) MICROBESNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services
- 85145000 - Services provided by medical laboratories

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2023 at 16:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000597-2023
- 9 Jan 2023 at 16:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000596-2023
- 29 Sep 2022 at 12:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027333-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publicontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000708401
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA24524

## Provenance

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