Tender

How do microbial safety issues associated with meat apply to cell cultivated products?

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Tender

31 Jul 2024 at 12:17

Tender Notice
Tender

23 Jul 2024 at 10:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is inviting tenders for a research project titled "How do microbial safety issues associated with meat apply to cell cultivated products?" This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services and related consultancy services. The project will address microbiological hazards in cell cultivated products, biomass fermentation, and precision fermentation. The contract is valued at £50,000 GBP and follows an open procurement procedure suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. Key dates include a tender period ending on 5th September 2024, and a contract period from 30th September 2024 to 30th March 2025. The project will be relevant across various locations, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and globally.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in microbiological research, food safety, and biotechnological innovations. Companies with expertise in these areas, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, will find this project conducive to showcasing their capabilities and expanding their market presence. By contributing to the understanding of microbial safety in emerging food technologies, businesses can influence industry standards and potentially secure further research and consultancy contracts in a rapidly evolving sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

How do microbial safety issues associated with meat apply to cell cultivated products?

Notice Description

We would like to commission a research project to consider the microbiological hazards that can be expected to be associated with the production of cell cultivated products, biomass fermentation and precision fermentation 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
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bef8bd63-0ff3-43d0-b1b9-34a5510d00df
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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Sep 2024 - 30 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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