RBG Kew wishes to appoint a supplier to sequence whole genomic DNA from over 2000 silver birch (Betula pendula) trees to 20X genome coverage. Betula pendula has a genome size of 440 Mbp, so 20X coverage is ~9Gbp of sequence read data.
DNA extractions from either dried leaf material or cambium tissues will be performed at RGB Kew, and DNA from each sample will be provided in individually labelled 2ml Eppendorf tubes. We will also send 20 spare samples in case some DNA is degraded.
Additional information: You are hereby invited by RBG Kew to submit a tender to meet the requirements in accordance with the specification and associated documents as contained within the tender pack.
Full information about the tender and the tender documents can be found as follows:
https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/8642667601839E373134
ITT: itt_10743 - RBGKEW1103 Genetic basis of silver birch adaptation to local environments and disease
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Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-260935
RBG Kew is looking to purchase an all-terrain vehicle for use at our Wakehurst Site.
This is a unit that will primarily be for driving staff and equipment around site. The site is a combination of steep banks, narrow paths and a large number of trees. Ability to manoeuvre around the site and cope with the varied terrain is essential.
To apply please follow these steps
- Got to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'view current opportunities'
- scroll list or search for 'RBGKEW1124 - Wakehurst All-terrain Vehicle'
- Click on the opportunity title
- follow the instructions to access the documents and apply
Additional information: To apply please follow these steps
- Got to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'view current opportunities'
- scroll list or search for 'RBGKEW1124 - Wakehurst All-terrain Vehicle'
- Click on the opportunity title
- follow the instructions to access the documents and apply
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-418930
A two-way Thermogradient plate provides an incubator with lights and programmable temperature combinations in a gradient two directions, this results in both constant and alternating temperatures ranges, where the temperature gradient changes direction at the same time as photo period changes. (a combination of 64 different environments based on using 9 cm-diameter Petri dishes). Multi channel temperature datalogger with PC interface and thermocouples x 5. (Windows compatible)
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-422981
Car Parking Solutions at Wakehurst, Kew with capacity management that provides enhanced control and flexibility of parking charges, enabling the full utilisation of one of our key membership conversion tools
The new solution will require hardware and software replacement alongside on-site infrastructure upgrades.
The project is being delivered in two phases with Phase 1 (retail management system) delivered in May 2022 and Phase 2 analysis (including, but not limited to, ticketing, membership, Wakehurst car parking, event management) commencing from May 2022.
*Once the solution for Phase 1 has been identified, an internal data protection review will be undertaken before contract approval.
**Full implementation and delivery of Phase 2 currently remains subject to RBG Kew finance and governance approval.
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-259250
The purpose of this Procurement is to contract a media buying agency to provide expert services relating to media buying for Wakehurst. These goods and services include buying traditional media space (OOH, leaflet distribution, print) on Wakehurst's behalf, providing advice on best placement and spend for our budget, providing regular insights as to how campaign is performing and reporting at the end of all campaigns.
How to apply
- Go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'View Current Opportunities'
- search or scroll the list for 'RBGKEW1117 - Media Agency Framework - Wakehurst'
- Click on the title
- Follow the instructions provided to register and obtain documents
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-259289
Replacement of old light system of Leica stereomicroscopes. The new system (LED3000) attends to the specifications of the already-in-place microscopes, i.e., objective size and working distances.
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-412150
We are looking for imaginative and resourceful production companies who are experienced in creating high quality, playful and engaging projects. You will be curious in developing ways to inspire, create and encourage moments of connection in public spaces, and will have a strong track record for collaboration, reliability, robustness, high finish and prompt project delivery.
In 2023 Wakehurst are partnering with Superworm for our popular Easter Festival.
Our creative Easter programme will run from Thursday 30th March - Sunday 16th April 2023. A hugely popular festival, we regularly receive over 3,000 visitors each day who directly interact with the programme content.
The programmed content will include 6-8 'visual moments' at least 3 must be interactive and up to 8 interpretative signs along the route.
To apply follow these steps
- Go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'View Current Opportunities'
- Scroll or search for 'RBGKEW1115 - Wakehurst Easter Festival 2023'
- Click on contract title
- Follow instructions to register and obtain tender pack
Additional information: To apply follow these steps
- Go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'View Current Opportunities'
- Scroll or search for 'RBGKEW1115 - Wakehurst Easter Festival 2023'
- Click on contract title
- Follow instructions to register and obtain tender pack
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-259313
he Molecular Biology Laboratory at RBG Kew needs to purchase an "inhouse upgrade" for the Sanger Sequencer (3730). Currently the sequencer is not operational due to the failure of the laser. The installed laser and laser power supply in this machine were 11 years old. The laser type currently installed has been discontinued by its manufacturer, as there are better, more energy-efficient lasers available. Life Technologies Limited (part of ThermoFisher Scientific) are offering an upgrade for the Sanger Sequencer 3730 which will include: a new laser, laser power supply (both new, more efficient models), and updated internal circuitry components, a new Windows 10 computer and updated software package.
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-270866
Consultancy support to identify the relevant environmental legislation, to understand how it applies to RBGK, and carrying out scoping work to identify compliance responsibilities.
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-413306
An eProcurement system to replace the current Bravo system, with the same basic functionality: posting notices, running a tender, electronic tender box etc) but with punch-outs to related systems (e.g. Contract Finder) and the facility purchase future modules (contract management etc) in the future
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-414169
From Saturday 1st-Sunday 16th April 2023 RBG Kew will run our popular Easter family programme. This year, we have licenced content from the very popular children's book Superworm written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler to theme the festival around.
The programme will take the form of a "trail" which will tell the Superworm story. The trail will be composed of 7 "installations", large, physical, three dimensional, creative structures which will bring the story to life for visitors, we'll also use five miniature dioramas to help tell the story, as well as 8 creative wayfinding signs.
We are looking for imaginative and resourceful production companies to deliver our vision for these installations.
To apply follow these steps
- Go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'View Current Opportunities'
- Scroll or search for 'RBGKEW1127 - Kew Easter Festival 2023'
- Click on contract title
- Follow instructions to register and obtain tender pack
Additional information: To apply follow these steps
- Go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- Click on 'View Current Opportunities'
- Scroll or search for 'RBGKEW1127 - Kew Easter Festival 2023'
- Click on contract title
- Follow instructions to register and obtain tender pack
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-412053
Replacement of old unit (NB there is possibly of part exchange of the old unit), which is beyond warranty and no longer fit for purpose (purchased 2017). We are looking for at item that is lightweight and field ready, comprising the LiDAR unit and accessories (batteries, mounts, GPS connection, software).
We are looking to procure equipment and accessories which can capture 3D data quickly with high relative accuracy. Equipment will need to be handheld or can be mounted on vehicles (cars, buggies, and drones). This kit will allow the rapid mapping of landscapes and vegetation structure, essential for carbon accounting and to quantify NbS.
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-258590
RBGKEW is looking to procure multiuse (handheld, on drone and vehicles) LiDAR equipment and accessories which can capture and map 3D data quickly with high relative accuracy. Equipment will need to be handheld or can be mounted on vehicles (cars, buggies, and drones). This kit will allow the rapid mapping of landscapes and vegetation structure, essential for carbon accounting and in quantify NbS. We require costings for the base equipment, but also spares and accessories for mounting and data capture. We presently have budget for one unit with accessories, but may have the possibility of funding another.
You are hereby invited by the RBGKEW to submit a tender to meet the Customer's requirements in accordance with the specification and associated documents as contained within the tender pack.
Additional information: You are hereby invited by RBG Kew to submit a tender to meet the requirements in accordance with the specification and associated documents as contained within the tender pack.
Full information about the tender and the tender documents can be found as follows:
https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk
https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/go/7523455601845239E3BE
project_37592
- RBGKEW1106 Multiuse LiDAR
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-258577
The requirement is for the delivery and installation of a compact, benchtop liquid chromatography - high resolution mass spectrometry system
Framework Information: APUC Framework for the Supply of Mass Spectrometry and Chromatography Equipment (LAB 1029 AP).
Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens KewLondonWAC-131677