---
title: "Automated DNA extraction - Covid-19 (IGMM)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000620557"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2020-04-28"
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# Automated DNA extraction - Covid-19 (IGMM)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000620557

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has recently completed a procurement process for an Automated DNA Extractor System, aimed at supporting emergency COVID-19 research. This procurement falls under the goods category, initiated as an open tender with the relevant procurement stage now marked as complete. The contract was signed on 24 April 2020 and has a value of £86,919. The project is significant for public health, particularly due to its involvement in crucial UK-wide COVID-19 initiatives. The delivery address for the equipment is located at the Genetics Core within the Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facility, situated at Western General Hospital in Edinburgh.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in medical and laboratory equipment, particularly those with automated systems for DNA extraction. Companies that can demonstrate their capacity for rapid delivery in emergencies, along with a history of compliance with health and safety regulations, would be well-suited to participate in such contracts. The urgency surrounding the COVID-19 situation highlights the potential for growth in businesses that can meet the increased demand for healthcare solutions and innovation in medical technologies.

## Notice

Automated DNA extractor system for emergency COVID-19 research

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Under Regulation Reg 6(1)(c) of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016, a contracting authority may award a contract without competition based on the following justification: Where it is strictly necessary for reasons of extreme urgency brought about by events unforeseeable and not attributable to the University, such as emergency situations affecting the public e.g. flooding

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR385833 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £86,919 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PERKIN ELMER LAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR385833

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR385833
  Automated DNA extraction - Covid-19 (IGMM) - Automated DNA extractor system for emergency COVID-19 research

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000620557

## Provenance

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