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Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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29 Apr 2026 at 07:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency has completed the procurement process titled "Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing," located in York, United Kingdom. This project, concerning research and development services, was conducted under a direct procurement method without competition as it was below the threshold. The contract, which started on 29th April 2026, is set to run until 31st March 2027, with an option for extension. Fera Science Ltd has been awarded the contract, which involves validating high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) methods. This procurement falls under services in the central government industry category.

This opportunity presents business growth potential for entities capable of delivering advanced scientific services, particularly in the field of analytical chemistry and method validation for food authenticity. Companies with expertise in research and development, especially those specialising in chromatography and mass spectrometry, would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The contract value of £95,000 underscores a significant investment in ensuring the authenticity and quality of honey, a critical area for industry advancement. Businesses looking to partner with government agencies and expand their capabilities in food testing and quality control may find this to be a advantageous precedent for similar future projects.

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Notice Title

Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing

Notice Description

This Food Standards Agency is seeking to commission single laboratory validation of HRMS and HPLC-based methods for the analysis of honey and sugar syrup:

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068d70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038900-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£95,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FERA SCIENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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