Tender

Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Tender

22 Jul 2024 at 10:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is initiating a procurement process titled "Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity". Set within the research and development services industry category, this tender is located in York, United Kingdom. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure for submissions. Businesses are required to submit their tenders by 21 August 2024, with the contract period spanning from 1 September 2024 to 1 March 2025. The procurement budget is set at £40,000 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in analytical chemistry, laboratory testing, and food authenticity services to partner with a prominent UK government body. The project is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its below-threshold budget and open procurement method. By participating, businesses can leverage their expertise to enhance their portfolios and establish themselves as key players in the domain of food safety and standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity

Notice Description

The FSA is conducting a procurement exercise to contract a supplier to carry out a review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity and to identify methods which will help to improve capability in PA OLs. 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
ocds-b5fd17-b937c467-edba-4295-8fe8-2a0e2d0cfe26
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/270deb69-e1ce-469e-938c-c62f710171e2
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 1 Mar 2025 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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