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Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

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07 Jul 2025 at 14:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) in the United Kingdom has successfully completed a contracting process titled "Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation". This procurement activity, classified under the services category, involves research and development services and related consultancy. The procurement was conducted using a direct procurement method, below the threshold, without competition. The award was finalised with Fera Science Ltd, a large supplier based in York. The contract began on 10 June 2025 and is set to end on 31 March 2028, with the possibility of extension. The transaction is valued at £73,535.97, excluding VAT, and supports the UK's representation at the CEN TC 460 Food Authenticity post-EU exit.

This contract creates opportunities for businesses involved in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in food authenticity and standardisation. Large companies or those with sufficient capabilities to engage with international standards and communities will find this contract beneficial. This tender offers a strategic platform for businesses looking to enhance their presence and influence in the UK and European markets, aligning with governmental priorities in food safety and authenticity. Supplier engagement in such high-level projects can significantly bolster a firm’s reputation and open doors to further projects within the public sector. Businesses with international collaboration and networking capabilities will particularly be well-suited to engage in future similar opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation

Notice Description

The aim of the research is to ensure UK interests are represented at the CEN TC 460 Food Authenticity, that knowledge sharing occurs and the maintenance of expert links with the CEN community following EU exit. The research will provide resource allocation for members of Fera Science Ltd to represent Defra interests.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055a86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037962-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,535 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jun 202511 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FERA SCIENCE

Further Information

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