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Invitation to tender for processing and testing of samples for The Scottish Salmonella Scheme

QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Scottish Salmonella Scheme, commissioned by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS), has concluded with a focus on the processing and testing of samples. This contract involves the processing and testing of frozen meat-juice samples for antibodies to salmonella from approximately sixty farms and colonic swabs from eight farms, utilising the IDEXX ELISA test. The contract, valued at £43,518.62, was awarded to SRUC, a large-scale supplier known for its expertise in higher education, research, and consultancy. The procurement used an open procedure method and was classified under the services category in the agriculture sector. The signing of the contract took place on 21 April 2025, with the project activities to be conducted in Scotland.

This tender opens up substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies involved in laboratory testing, veterinary services, and agricultural research capable of operating on a large scale. Participation in contracts like this can enhance a business's reputation and establish significant relationships with key players in the agricultural sector, such as QMS. Companies with expertise in developing innovative and efficient testing methods for agricultural products would find this contract particularly beneficial as it offers a chance to showcase their technological advancements and deliver impactful results in a critical area of food safety and marketability.

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Notice Title

Invitation to tender for processing and testing of samples for The Scottish Salmonella Scheme

Notice Description

You are invited to submit a bid to deliver a package for the next two years and the following outlines the scope of work: Processing and testing of frozen meat-juice samples for antibodies to salmonella using the IDEXX ELISA test. Fifteen individual samples per farm, per quarter from approximately sixty farms will be tested. Processing and testing of fifteen colonic swabs per farm for the presence and type of salmonella from eight farms per year, this may vary depending on results from the meat-juice testing. Supply of all meat-juice pots and swabs Transfer of results in MS Excel spread-sheet format to SRUC Inverness and Wholesome Pigs Scotland

Lot Information

Lot 1

You are invited to submit a bid to deliver a package for the next two years and the following outlines the scope of work: Processing and testing of frozen meat-juice samples for antibodies to salmonella using the IDEXX ELISA test. Fifteen individual samples per farm, per quarter from approximately sixty farms will be tested. Processing and testing of fifteen colonic swabs per farm for the presence and type of salmonella from eight farms per year, this may vary depending on results from the meat-juice testing. Supply of all meat-juice pots and swabs Transfer of results in MS Excel spread-sheet format to SRUC Inverness and Wholesome Pigs Scotland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000796415
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528786
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services


CPV Codes

77000000 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services

77100000 - Agricultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,518 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
14 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUALITY MEAT SCOTLAND
Additional Buyers

SRUC

Contact Name
Bruce McConachie
Contact Email
bmcconachie@qmscotland.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315107920, +44 1315354000

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH GYLE
Postcode
EH12 9DQ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SRUC

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR528367&idx=1
    15th April 2025 - Scottish (pigs) Salmonella Scheme Tender 2025-2027
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528367
    Invitation to tender for processing and testing of samples for The Scottish Salmonella Scheme - You are invited to submit a bid to deliver a package for the next two years and the following outlines the scope of work: Processing and testing of frozen meat-juice samples for antibodies to salmonella using the IDEXX ELISA test. Fifteen individual samples per farm, per quarter from approximately sixty farms will be tested. Processing and testing of fifteen colonic swabs per farm for the presence and type of salmonella from eight farms per year, this may vary depending on results from the meat-juice testing. Supply of all meat-juice pots and swabs Transfer of results in MS Excel spread-sheet format to SRUC Inverness and Wholesome Pigs Scotland
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528786
    Invitation to tender for processing and testing of samples for The Scottish Salmonella Scheme - You are invited to submit a bid to deliver a package for the next two years and the following outlines the scope of work: Processing and testing of frozen meat-juice samples for antibodies to salmonella using the IDEXX ELISA test. Fifteen individual samples per farm, per quarter from approximately sixty farms will be tested. Processing and testing of fifteen colonic swabs per farm for the presence and type of salmonella from eight farms per year, this may vary depending on results from the meat-juice testing. Supply of all meat-juice pots and swabs Transfer of results in MS Excel spread-sheet format to SRUC Inverness and Wholesome Pigs Scotland

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