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FS430818 Inter-laboratory collaborative trial of real-time PCR method for the relative quantification of horse and pork DNA in raw and processed beef

THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Award

01 Feb 2022 at 12:15

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16 Nov 2021 at 10:43

Tender

18 Oct 2021 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency, located in York, England, has recently awarded a contract for the project titled "FS430818 Inter-laboratory collaborative trial of real-time PCR method for the relative quantification of horse and pork DNA in raw and processed beef." This project falls under the category of research and development services, specifically aimed at quantifying DNA in food products. The contract period is set from 1 February 2022 to 30 September 2022, with the entire procurement process conducted via an open procedure, ensuring accessibility for interested parties. The tender was published on 18 October 2021, and the tender period concluded on 19 November 2021.

This contracting opportunity opens avenues for SMEs and VCSEs engaged in research, development, and food testing services, as the Food Standards Agency emphasises partnerships that can contribute to ensuring food safety standards. Companies with expertise in PCR methodologies or those involved in laboratory research would be particularly well-suited to seek further collaborations. The project’s focus on innovative techniques in food analysis presents a chance for businesses in this field to grow and enhance their service offerings while responding to increasing demands for food traceability and safety compliance.

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Notice Title

FS430818 Inter-laboratory collaborative trial of real-time PCR method for the relative quantification of horse and pork DNA in raw and processed beef

Notice Description

Applicants are invited to submit tenders to plan a full-scale inter-laboratory collaborative trial on the methods that were developed under Defra project FA0171 on the quantitation of horse DNA in processed beef and pork DNA in raw and processed beef. The proposed collaborative studies should follow the principals of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) (IUPAC protocol on design, conduct and interpretation of collaborative studies) and the European Network of GMO laboratories (ENGL) (Definition of minimum performance requirements for analytical methods of GMO testing).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-84cb0be1-92ca-4860-88a4-d2a1fe4fc9a1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a2b6319e-f775-4d60-82ba-84098f8808a0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£94,854 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£94,854 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2022 - 30 Sep 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE 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

FERA SCIENCE

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