Tender

FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus

THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

22 Mar 2021 at 13:59

Tender

05 Feb 2021 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency, located in York, England, has initiated a tender for the project titled "FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus." This procurement falls within the services category, specifically focusing on research and development services. The open procurement process, which is below threshold, was active until March 5, 2021, with a planned contract period running from May 3, 2021, to January 31, 2022. The procurement aims to conduct a survey on the prevalence and titre of norovirus in sewage effluent samples collected from nine coastal sites across England, with samples gathered by the Environment Agency over the preceding months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and water quality analysis. Companies specialising in laboratory services, environmental consultancy, and those with expertise in virology may find this contract particularly suitable. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to the inclusivity of the procurement design. Engaging in this contract can help these businesses expand their portfolios and contribute to vital public health initiatives.

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Notice Title

FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus

Notice Description

Tenders are invited to undertake a survey to determine the prevalence and titre of norovirus in RNA from sewage effluent samples, which are collected and extracted by the Environment Agency. Details We would like to commission a small survey to determine the prevalence and titre of norovirus in sewage effluent samples from 9 different costal sites across England. The samples will be collected by the Environmental Agency over the period September 2020-September 2021 before being extracted and delivered to the final contractor.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91bc063c-de72-4638-aa36-8f47a9357cac
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 (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

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 May 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
fsa.procurement@food.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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