---
title: "Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000635236"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY"
published: "2021-03-24"
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# Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance

Buyer: SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000635236

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## Summary

The Scottish Police Authority is seeking suppliers for the "Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance." This procurement falls within the public order and safety sector and is located in Dundee, UK. The tender was initiated on 13th November 2020 and has since moved through various stages, currently being complete as of 24th March 2021. The contract was awarded through an open procedure and includes an active contract valued at £628,242.29, which was signed on 2nd March 2021. Key details highlight the requirement for a comprehensive system tailored for forensic genetics, including necessary kits and maintenance services.

This opportunity represents significant potential for growth, especially for businesses specialising in forensic technology, medical supplies, or systems integration. Companies capable of delivering high-quality MPS systems and related services, including software analysis, would be particularly well-suited to engage in this procurement. Firms that meet rigorous insurance and regulatory standards, as well as demonstrate prior experience in similar contracts, may find this an advantageous pathway to expand their client base within the public sector.

## Notice

MPS System with Kits and maintenance package

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Scottish Police Authority, Forensic Services, has a requirement to procure a MPS system, along with kits for forensic genetics use, software to analyse the results and an associated maintenance package.

Renewal: Option to extend the contract for 2 periods of up to 24 months each.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410265 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £628,242 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH POLICE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G51 1DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Govan |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow South West |
| Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410265
- 13 Nov 2020 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399716

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV399716
  Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance - MPS System with Kits and maintenance package
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410265
  Massively Parallel Sequencing (MPS) System, Kits and Maintenance - MPS System with Kits and maintenance package

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.spa.police.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000635236
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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