---
title: "Covid-Sequencing Library preparation automation"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000656775"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000656775.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2021-06-09"
---

# Covid-Sequencing Library preparation automation

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000656775

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## Summary

The procurement process for the 'Covid-Sequencing Library Preparation Automation' was conducted by the Common Services Agency, also known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), headquartered in Edinburgh. This procurement falls under the health industry category and was completed with an open procedure. The contract was awarded on 7 June 2021, and its total value is £493,416.55. Although the competitive tender stage has concluded, the initiative aimed to establish a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service, which focuses on sequencing COVID-19 positive cases.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in laboratory automation and robotics, particularly those that can provide innovative solutions for healthcare systems. Companies like Hamilton Sales and Service UK Ltd, which possess large-scale capabilities and experience in health-related contracts, may find their expertise well suited to similar future procurements. This project not only underscores the importance of advanced technological solutions in public health but also opens avenues for suppliers in the health sector to expand their business and engage in future NHS contracts.

## Notice

National Procurement and PHS working together developed a proposal for establishing a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service initially to focus on sequencing of all Covid-19 Scottish positives.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

National Procurement and PHS working together developed a proposal for establishing a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service initially to focus on sequencing of all Covid-19 Scottish positives. There is a phased plan to increase the capacity for sequencing from 200 sequences per week to 5000 sequences per week. This requirement covers phase 2 of the implementation of the service and covers automation of the library preparation prior to sequencing. The requirement is being called off of the APUC Liquid Handling Robotics and Laboratory Automation Systems - National Framework Agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN417706 |
| 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 | 9 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 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 | £493,416 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| 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 | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAMILTON SALES AND SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN417706

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN417706
  Covid-Sequencing Library preparation automation - National Procurement and PHS working together developed a proposal for establishing a Scottish NHS Sequencing Service initially to focus on sequencing of all Covid-19 Scottish positives.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000656775

## Provenance

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