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Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Reference Sample Storage Repository Services
To provide Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) Reference Sample Storage Repository Services.
The Australian Defence Force (ADF) has had a DNA reference sample storage repository service for volunteer ADF members since 2008. This repository serves as an adjunct to more traditional methods of identifying human remains in the event that identification of deceased remains is difficult by other means.
The ADF repository currently stores approximately 1100 samples. It is anticipated that this repository may be required to store up to 20 000 samples in its mature state.
The ADF requires a DNA reference sample repository service to receive, store and produce or destroy de-identified DNA reference samples.
The DNA sample will be transported by Defence under Defence arrangements to the DNA reference sample repository.
The DNA sample will not be required to be profiled or sequenced by the Contractor.
The Commonwealth will exclude a tender from further consideration if the Commonwealth considers that the tender:
a) Including all attachments and supporting documentation, are not written in English
b) Responses in respect of all measurements are not expressed in Australian legal units of measurement unless otherwise specified by the Commonwealth.
c) Has not provided a signed Declaration by Tenderer in the form required at Annex A to the conditions of tender.
Expected commencement 1 June 2014