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Published 31 Jul 2024

Review and analysis of metabarcoding primers and DNA reference libraries for mammals occurring in the UK

Natural England · London

Key facts

Estimated value
£20,000
Closing date
04 Sep 2024
Contract starts
22 Sep 2024
Contract ends
31 Jan 2025
Procedure
Open procedure (below threshold)
Buyer type
Central government

Description

This project aims to: investigate the most frequently used primers when investigating mammals through eDNA metabarcoding; look at the sequence coverage of these markers for mammals occurring in the UK in open access reference libraries and the confidence we can have in the sequences; look at primer bias through in silico analysis; and bring this information together into a single document that can be referred to when providing guidance.

Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to [email protected] by 13:00 on 04/09/2024.

If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to [email protected] . Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.

Contract values stated above are VAT exclusive.

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