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title: "A microbiological survey of Campylobacter contamination in fresh whole UK-produced chilled chickens at retail sale (Y5/6)"
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# A microbiological survey of Campylobacter contamination in fresh whole UK-produced chilled chickens at retail sale (Y5/6)

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4830f197-bf56-4282-9eb3-ff4844595ac9

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency is conducting a tender (FS102121) for a microbiological survey of Campylobacter contamination in fresh whole UK-produced chilled chickens sold at retail. This procurement falls under the research and development services category and is classified as an open procedure. The tender period will close on 7 June 2018, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1 August 2018 and concluding on 31 July 2020. Full tender documents are available through the FSA e-Procurement site.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses engaged in food safety, microbiological testing, and research and development services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement aims to foster competition among a diverse range of suppliers. Companies that can provide effective sampling and analysis services are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, which could aid in expanding their portfolio and establishing stronger relationships with public authorities.

## Notice

A microbiological survey of Campylobacter contamination in fresh whole UK-produced chilled chickens at retail sale (Y5/6). Lot 1 Sampling & Lot 2 Analysis Additional information: Full tender documents can be obtained by registering on the FSA e-Procurement site at: https://food.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/625218c2-3c72-433b-8dfa-91a226283f33 |
| 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 | 30 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2018 - 31 Jul 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Apr 2018 at 13:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/625218c2-3c72-433b-8dfa-91a226283f33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/625218c2-3c72-433b-8dfa-91a226283f33
  30th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html

## Provenance

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