---
title: "Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000708401"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)"
published: "2023-01-09"
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# Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000708401

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## Summary

The tender titled "Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes" has been awarded by Food Standards Scotland (FSS). The procurement process was completed on 9th January 2023. FSS, a National or federal agency, based in Aberdeen, UKM, purchased services under the main procurement category of services. The contract, worth £160,000 GBP, was signed with Microbial Genomics Ltd for providing Whole Genome Sequencing services. The procurement stage was an open procedure with a focus on quality and price criteria. The contract covers Whole Genome Sequencing of E. coli genomes for a specific program.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for companies providing genome sequencing services, especially those experienced in Illumina technology. Businesses in the health sector would find this tender suitable for expanding their services. Interested parties should note the specific requirements outlined, including insurance obligations, experience criteria, and supply chain management expectations. The deadline for bid submission was 2nd November 2022, and the contract period extends from 9th January 2023 to 31st March 2024, with a potential for a 36-month extension. The submission method for this tender was electronic, and suppliers should ensure compliance with the selection criteria outlined for bidding success.

## 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 | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN468188 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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 | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN468188
- 29 Sep 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460298

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=1
  29th September 2022 - 1. ITT Cover Letter
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=2
  29th September 2022 - 2. Instructions to Tenderers
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=3
  29th September 2022 - 3. Evaluation & Award Criteria
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=4
  29th September 2022 - 4. Form of Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=5
  29th September 2022 - 5. Specification
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=6
  29th September 2022 - 6. Specification - Annex A: KPIs
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP460298&idx=7
  29th September 2022 - 7. Model Services Conditions of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP460298
  Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes - Food Standards Scotland requires a Contractor to provide Whole Genome Sequencing services for E.coli genomes and other bacterial samples
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN468188
  Whole Genome Sequencing Services for E.coli Genomes - Food Standards Scotland requires a Contractor to provide Whole Genome Sequencing services for E.coli genomes and other bacterial samples

## Notice URLs

- http://
- 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

## Provenance

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