Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cee-40bb-70c8-8a7d-281c141f0d89/rfq-high-throughput-automated-electrophoresis-platform-for-nucleic-acid-dna-and closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # RFQ\_High-throughput Automated Electrophoresis Platform for Nucleic Acid (DNA and RNA) Sample Quality Control. [National Physical Laboratory](https://tendernation.io/buyers/national-physical-laboratory) Estimated value £45,000 Published 20 Feb 2024 Deadline Closed 7 Mar 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is the UK's National Measurement Institute and is a world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards, science, and technology available. The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) requirement is for an electrophoresis platform to separate nucleic acids. The system should be able to detect fluorescently stained double stranded DNA including genomic, cell-free DNA and fluorescently stained total RNA. It would be desirable (although not mandatory) to have a system capable of covering a wide range of oligonucleotides, whether these are single or double stranded. Minimum sample preparation and a rapid turnover would be expected of the system. The software should be simple/user-friendly and include features for data analysis, system control, reporting and system checks. It should also be able to automatically determines size, quantity, purity, RINe or ribosomal ratios. It is expected that the software runs instrument self-test and check the performance of electrical and optical components that can be used for routine confirmation of the system functionality. To express interest in this tender and to access the tender documents please use the following URL: [lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/go/12088608018DC75C7F68](https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/go/12088608018DC75C7F68) ## CPV classification Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/aca8a353-2d1a-410d-9428-9a840eb6c76d) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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