Tender

Availability of analytical methods for testing allergens in novel foods

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Tender

05 Jun 2023 at 08:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency has issued a tender titled "Availability of analytical methods for testing allergens in novel foods", under the category of Research and development services. The procurement method is an open procedure (above threshold). The deadline for tender submission is 3rd July 2023. The contract period is set to start from 1st August 2023 and end on 15th March 2024. This tender is aimed at businesses interested in providing analytical methods for allergen detection in novel foods containing alternative proteins.

This opportunity, initiated by the Food Standards Agency, targets small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Companies specialising in research and development services are well-suited to compete in this tender. The outcome of this procurement process could lead to partnerships for businesses looking to expand their involvement in food safety and innovation within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Availability of analytical methods for testing allergens in novel foods

Notice Description

The aim of this project is to provide an overview of the reliability, feasibility, and limitations of routine analytical methods, such as commonly used ELISA test kits, for the detection of regulated allergens in novel foods containing alternative proteins. This will focus on alternative proteins produced by precision fermentation and insect proteins, which are expected to be included in an increasing range of food products within the coming decade. The outcome of the review will inform us on the availability of reliable analytical methods for allergen detection in novel foods containing precision fermented protein or insect protein. This will in turn equip FSA with the required knowledge to respond to enquiries and incidents involving allergens in novel foods containing alternative proteins, which could increase as these products grow in popularity. The outcome of the review will also be of use to Public Analysts and Official Laboratories and could form the basis of future knowledge transfer and training activities to improve capability in this area. To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8aaf3865-e21b-4ab6-940c-99b8b6f08ce8
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2023 - 15 Mar 2024 6-12 months
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
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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