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A survey of AMR bacteria in whole head lettuce on sale in supermarket stores within the UK Lot 1 Survey design, sample collection at retail and transportation to the testing laboratory

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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28 Oct 2024 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has recently completed the procurement process for a survey of AMR bacteria in whole head lettuce sold in UK supermarket stores. This tender, titled "A survey of AMR bacteria in whole head lettuce on sale in supermarket stores within the UK Lot 1 Survey design, sample collection at retail and transportation to the testing laboratory," falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services (CPV Code: 73000000). The procurement stage is the Award, with the contract commencing on 23rd September 2024 and concluding on 23rd October 2025. The awarded contract, valued at £39,272.18, has been granted to Hallmark Meat Hygiene Ltd.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in research, sample collection, transportation, and laboratory testing. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete in this procurement, given that the FSA welcomes participation from these entities. Companies with expertise in food safety, microbiology, and logistical coordination, especially those familiar with handling retail food products, will find this tender highly relevant. Engaging in such government contracts can bolster a business’s portfolio, expand its market presence, and promote its capabilities in handling specialised research projects.

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Notice Title

A survey of AMR bacteria in whole head lettuce on sale in supermarket stores within the UK Lot 1 Survey design, sample collection at retail and transportation to the testing laboratory

Notice Description

A survey of AMR bacteria in whole head lettuce on sale in supermarket stores within the UK Lot 1 Survey design, sample collection at retail and transportation to the testing laboratory

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12548c05-3269-429b-85d3-71ce3264fc96
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5741f1a5-22f9-458b-a2b3-77ff4ccbfb25
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£39,272 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£39,272 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
22 Sep 2024 - 23 Oct 2025 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 7PR
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HALLMARK MEAT HYGIENE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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