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title: "FS430418 - GMO Food and Feed Testing Capability Post EU-Exit"
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buyer: "THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# FS430418 - GMO Food and Feed Testing Capability Post EU-Exit

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4028860d-7477-4406-b152-518a0934f61a

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency, based in York, has awarded a contract titled "FS430418 - GMO Food and Feed Testing Capability Post EU-Exit". This tender falls under the category of Research and Development Services, specifically focusing on laboratory services related to GMO applications in Great Britain. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the contract period spans from 28 July 2021 to 31 March 2026. The tender was recently completed on 28 July 2021, following a tender period that ended on 17 December 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the research and experimental development sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory services related to GMO testing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to engage in this market. Companies equipped to handle the complexities of GMO regulation and testing may find a competitive edge in this field, fostering potential growth through collaboration with the Food Standards Agency and expanding their service offerings in compliance with post-Brexit requirements.

## Notice

The appointed organisation will be responsible for delivering the provision of laboratory services for the authorisation of new GMO applications for Great Britain (GB), renewal GMO applications for GB and the review and re-validation of existing and ongoing applications as and when necessary on behalf of the FSA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d09df3d-bc99-4f23-b005-0cb47922831f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2021 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PR |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LGC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2021 at 08:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d09df3d-bc99-4f23-b005-0cb47922831f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d09df3d-bc99-4f23-b005-0cb47922831f
  28th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/99c18761-abc9-419a-be00-22cccb781d83
  n/a
- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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