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FS430769 Terrestrial modelling for radiological risk assessments (PRISM) and AMBER software licence

THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "FS430769 Terrestrial modelling for radiological risk assessments (PRISM) and AMBER software licence" was conducted by The Food Standards Agency, located in York, England. This contract falls under the category of research and experimental development services and was awarded as part of a direct procurement method, specifically through a single tender action (below threshold). The award was made on 1 April 2021, with a contract period extending until 31 March 2023. The total contract value is £55,866, and the tender period ended on 26 March 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in radiological assessments or software solutions in environmental safety. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to consider similar contracts, as they align well with this procurement’s emphasis on local and specialised providers. Engaging in such procurement can help businesses expand their portfolios and establish relationships with government agencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FS430769 Terrestrial modelling for radiological risk assessments (PRISM) and AMBER software licence

Notice Description

The FSA provides advice to the UK environment agencies on food safety implications of both routine and emergency discharges of radioactive waste to the environment. This is primarily done by undertaking radiological dose (risk) assessments.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9de2ad43-4e78-4bfb-8680-24a388575e0b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b50f756-b9dd-4f5e-b5fb-74f3110c4e12
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below 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

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,866 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£55,866 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2023 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
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QUINTESSA

Further Information

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