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Identification of Biological Assays to Authenticate Basmati Rice Varieties

DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL

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Award

29 Jan 2019 at 15:28

Award Notice
Tender

04 Oct 2018 at 15:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process is led by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, focusing on the identification of biological assays to authenticate Basmati rice varieties. This process falls under the research laboratory services category and is based in London, England. The procurement is currently at the Award stage, with an active contract valued at £24,800. The contract period runs from 1st January 2019 to 31st August 2019. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure below threshold, with the tender initially published on 4th October 2018 and closing on 25th October 2018.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs specialising in research and development within food technology or agricultural services. Companies with expertise in PCR technology and food authentication processes would be especially well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Engaging in this field can help businesses align with Defra's strategic goals of ensuring food security and consumer confidence, while expanding their portfolio and institutional relationships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Identification of Biological Assays to Authenticate Basmati Rice Varieties

Notice Description

Consultation with scientific and industry experts has identified the need to update current Basmati rice authentication methods. Kompetitive Allelle specific PCR (KASP) assays are quicker, cheaper and more reliable than current methods and so have the potential to be readily adopted by Public Analysts to support food law enforcement. Project aim: To identify an appropriate set of KASP markers that could be used subsequently in a Basmati authentication test. The project objectives are: 1. KASP Technology will be used to create a new database of alleles that can distinguish between the following types of rice grain samples: (i) Approved Basmati varieties that are eligible for zero import duty in the EU; (ii) Other approved Basmati varieties; (iii) Non-approved varieties and possible adulterants. 2. The design of a work plan for the development and validation of a Basmati authentication test that could be readily used by Public Analyst laboratories. The project aligns with Defra strategic objectives: (a) Protecting consumers and ensuring consumer confidence (b) Ensuring resilience and security in the food system Additional information: Please note that Defra procurement uses an E-tendering system for Procurement activities. This is currently provided by Bravo Solutions. To access appropriate tendering and contractual documents, please access the E-Tendering portal at https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk", ensuring that your registration includes "Defra". If you have any problems with this system, please contact Bravo on their telephone helpline number 0800 368 4850 or by emailing them at help@bravosolution.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b238508f-7e3b-4bc8-822a-87d0b6af0bff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e5c64bf-bd85-4e74-8384-81f1e8ac7790
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£24,800 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£24,800 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jan 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Oct 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2019 - 31 Aug 2019 6-12 months
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
DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLL Wales
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BANGOR UNIVERSITY

Further Information

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