Review of biases in metabarcoding primers for DNA analysis

Tender description

This project involves a literature review into amplification bias in DNA metabarcoding and includes computational analysis to identify taxonomic groups of invertebrates that are not being represented in current metabarcoding assays. 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 nicholas.dunn@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 01/09/2023. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to nicholas.dunn@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.