Liquid handler for NZ genomics pilot improving genetic disease diagnosis.
Health New Zealand (Te Whatu Ora) is procuring a liquid tissue handler for a pilot study deploying Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) and Comprehensive Genomic Profiling (CGP) systems. The pilot aims to improve genetic disease diagnosis, establish a NZ genomic data repository, enable faster cancer treatment through improved diagnostics, and establish genomic data sovereignty governance. The procurement is for laboratory equipment (liquid handler) to support these genomics initiatives. The buyer is Health New Zealand, serving the national healthcare system. No specific qualifications or set-asides are mentioned; the focus is on equipment supply.