Tender

Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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14 Oct 2024 at 15:44

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23 Sep 2024 at 10:01

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19 Aug 2024 at 07:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency, based in York, has initiated an open tender process titled "Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption." This research, categorised under Research and Development services, aims to investigate HCN bioavailability in various foods such as bitter apricot kernels, linseed, almonds, cassava root, marzipan, persipan, and tapioca using an in vitro gut model and/or in silico research methods. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 31st October 2024. The contract, valued at £300,000, is set to commence on 11th November 2024 and will conclude on 30th May 2026. The project will cover multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and rest of the world.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in in vitro or in silico modelling, food safety, and bioavailability studies. SME and VCSE organisations are encouraged to apply, as the procurement method is an open procedure designed to attract a broad range of bidders. Success in this tender could enable companies to demonstrate their capabilities in innovative research methods and establish a reputation in food safety research, potentially leading to further public and private sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption

Notice Description

Tenders are invited to carry out an investigation using an in vitro gut model and/or in silico research methods to determine the bioavailability of hydrogen cyanide in bitter apricot kernels, linseed, almonds, cassava root, marzipan, persipan and tapioca following consumption. It is proposed that tenders carry out an investigation in two parts, with preliminary studies used to identify the levels of CNGs, enzymes and HCN in different food types, and a secondary in vitro or in silico model to consider the effects of the gut on HCN bioavailability Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d48c4d4a-5a48-4a42-b2be-6ec4b9aaf206
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above 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
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Nov 2024 - 30 May 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
FSA Commercial
Contact Email
fsa.commercial@food.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO31 7EE
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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