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

Concepts

• nottingham
• research and development
• open access reference libraries
• dna reference libraries
• primer bias
• mammals
• metabarcoding primers
• silico analysis
• edna metabarcoding
• analysis

Location

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.

CPV Codes

• 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Indicators

• Contract is suitable for SMEs.
• Contract is suitable for VCOs.

Other 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 monitoring.innovation@naturalengland.org.uk 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 monitoring.innovation@naturalengland.org.uk . 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. RFQ document RFQ_mammal_eDNA_review.docx Order Form NE Standard Goods & Services Terms and Conditions.docx NE_Commercial Response basic.docx