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title: "Genomics England Researcher Platform"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051f54"
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buyer: "GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED"
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# Genomics England Researcher Platform

Buyer: GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051f54

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## Summary

Genomics England Limited has recently completed a public procurement process for the contract "Genomics England Researcher Platform." The contract was awarded to Lifebit Biotech Limited, tasked with providing a state-of-the-art Researcher Platform to support the National Genomic Research Library. This platform will enable researchers to securely access genomic and associated datasets through a cloud-based environment, offering tools for data access, visualisation, analysis, and collaboration. The procurement followed an open method under a competitive flexible procedure, reflecting Genomics England's commitment to data-driven genomic healthcare innovation. The contract commenced on 22 June 2026, with an active status and potential extensions that could extend the contract term up to January 2032. Located in London, this procurement process focused on IT services and software development within the public authority central government framework.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, with a particular focus on software development, cloud-based solutions, and data analytics. Companies that offer industry-specific software packages and possess expertise in managing large genomic datasets would be well-suited for this type of contract. Such businesses can leverage the opportunity to collaborate with a leading genomic organisation, positioning themselves strategically within an expanding field with potential growth in user base from 600 to 2,000 Monthly Active Users by the end of the contract term. Furthermore, incorporating advanced data security and compliance measures with scalable solutions will be essential for businesses aiming to maintain a competitive edge in contributing to genomic research and healthcare advancements.

## Notice

Genomics England has awarded a contract for the provision of a Researcher Platform to support the National Genomic Research Library (NGRL). The platform will provide researchers with secure access to genomic and associated datasets through a cloud-based environment incorporating tools for data access, visualisation, analysis and collaboration. The supplier will be responsible for implementation, ongoing development, maintenance, support and operation of the platform throughout the contract term. The platform will support a growing researcher user community and enable the secure use of genomic and associated health data for research and innovation purposes in accordance with Genomics England's objectives and applicable information governance requirements

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Authority will be entitled at its absolute discretion to extend the Contract Term on the same terms and conditions for a further period or periods of up to a total extension period totalling 2 years form the original contract end date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061949-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,400,000 |
| Lots value | £14,400,000 |
| Awards value | £19,500,000 |
| Contracts value | £19,500,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GENOMICS ENGLAND LIMITED |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 5AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIFEBIT BIOTECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 48517000 - IT software package
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 72222300 - Information technology services
- 72261000 - Software support services
- 72262000 - Software development services
- 72263000 - Software implementation services

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2026 at 15:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061949-2026
- 12 Mar 2026 at 14:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022407-2026
- 22 May 2025 at 16:25 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025343-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061949-2026
  1st July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022407-2026
  12th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025343-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-18553

## Notice URLs

- http://www.genomicsengland.co.uk
- https://genomicsengland.bravosolution.co.uk
- https://verily.com/
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024170-2024
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.lifebit.ai/

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