--- title: "Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY" published: "2024-10-14" --- # Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1b2d2003-e558-4afa-971d-2b0cf4b88484.json) ## Summary The Food Standards Agency, based in York, has initiated an open tender process titled "Determination of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) bioavailability after food consumption." This research, categorised under Research and Development services, aims to investigate HCN bioavailability in various foods such as bitter apricot kernels, linseed, almonds, cassava root, marzipan, persipan, and tapioca using an in vitro gut model and/or in silico research methods. The procurement stage is currently active, with the tender period ending on 31st October 2024. The contract, valued at £300,000, is set to commence on 11th November 2024 and will conclude on 30th May 2026. The project will cover multiple locations including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and rest of the world. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development, particularly those with expertise in in vitro or in silico modelling, food safety, and bioavailability studies. SME and VCSE organisations are encouraged to apply, as the procurement method is an open procedure designed to attract a broad range of bidders. Success in this tender could enable companies to demonstrate their capabilities in innovative research methods and establish a reputation in food safety research, potentially leading to further public and private sector contracts. ## Notice Tenders are invited to carry out an investigation using an in vitro gut model and/or in silico research methods to determine the bioavailability of hydrogen cyanide in bitter apricot kernels, linseed, almonds, cassava root, marzipan, persipan and tapioca following consumption. It is proposed that tenders carry out an investigation in two parts, with preliminary studies used to identify the levels of CNGs, enzymes and HCN in different food types, and a secondary in vitro or in silico model to consider the effects of the gut on HCN bioavailability 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d48c4d4a-5a48-4a42-b2be-6ec4b9aaf206 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Nov 2024 - 30 May 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY | | Locality | YORK | | Post town | York | | Postcode | YO31 7EE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE21 York | | Local authority | York | | Electoral ward | Guildhall | | Westminster constituency | York Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 14 Oct 2024 at 15:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d48c4d4a-5a48-4a42-b2be-6ec4b9aaf206 - 23 Sep 2024 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/692c39b5-ab26-4239-8e1b-a169d2204df0 - 19 Aug 2024 at 07:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7487c448-39d3-4a52-bcc2-18065528468d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d48c4d4a-5a48-4a42-b2be-6ec4b9aaf206 14th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/692c39b5-ab26-4239-8e1b-a169d2204df0 23rd September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7487c448-39d3-4a52-bcc2-18065528468d 19th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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