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FS616027 NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY for Marine Biotoxins

FOOD STANDARDS

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26 Apr 2017 at 14:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "FS616027 NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY for Marine Biotoxins" is initiated by the Food Standards organisation to fulfil the UK's legal obligation for appointing National Reference Laboratories for food safety. This contract is classified under Research and Development Services, with a total value of £146,000, and it employs a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. The contract period is set from 1st April 2017 to 31st March 2019, with the tender closing date having been 8th February 2017. The service is applicable across various regions in the United Kingdom, including the North East, Yorkshire, London, and Wales.

This opportunity can significantly enhance business growth for organisations specialising in research and development services related to food safety and environmental science. Companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in marine biotoxins and related consultancy services, would be well-suited to compete for this tender. By engaging with the Food Standards organisation and contributing to national food safety initiatives, these businesses can expand their market presence and establish valuable partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FS616027 NATIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORY for Marine Biotoxins

Notice Description

The UK has a legal obligation (through adopting the Official Food and Feed Controls Regulations 2009) to appoint National Reference Laboratories (NRLs) to aid the work of the EU Reference Laboratories (EURLs). The work of the NRLs is driven by the programme of the respective EURLs. It is a statutory requirement to have NRLs for the corresponding EURL work areas. Core functions and duties of the appointed NRLS are cited in Article 33 of the EC Regulation 882/2004. It is also the role of the NRLs to provide advice and support to the enforcement laboratories and the Competent Authorities to ensure a harmonised approach to food enforcement in the EU.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91e3d4e0-0766-43e3-9c80-4e0e85acb446
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£146,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£146,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Apr 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOOD STANDARDS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
fsa.procurement@foodstandards.gsi.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01904 232095

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLN Northern Ireland
Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AGRI-FOOD AND BIOSCIENCES INSTITUTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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