Review of eDNA and Molecular Data Market Opportunities for Defra
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs · Awarded contract
AwardedReview of eDNA and Molecular Data Market Opportunities for Defra
Awarded 04 May 2025
Awarded04 May 2025
Value£75,331.74
SupplierFera Science Ltd
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Ended 1y ago6mo term
Awarded 4 May 2025Expired 27 Oct 2025
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The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs awarded a contract to Fera Science Ltd for a 6-month review to develop a greater understanding of the market for data products derived from DNA and molecular technologies in areas of Defra's competence, including current use cases, potential barriers to implementation, and opportunities for government to alleviate these.
The contract, valued at AUD 75,331.74, specifically sought insight on how to increase the impacts of knowledge assets derived from DNA and molecular monitoring technologies.
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