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title: "FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus"
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# FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4cce2966-4675-4d6e-a42e-041f72a2b011

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency, located in York, England, has initiated a tender for the project titled "FS430700 Survey of Wastewater for Norovirus." This procurement falls within the services category, specifically focusing on research and development services. The open procurement process, which is below threshold, was active until March 5, 2021, with a planned contract period running from May 3, 2021, to January 31, 2022. The procurement aims to conduct a survey on the prevalence and titre of norovirus in sewage effluent samples collected from nine coastal sites across England, with samples gathered by the Environment Agency over the preceding months.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental research and water quality analysis. Companies specialising in laboratory services, environmental consultancy, and those with expertise in virology may find this contract particularly suitable. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to the inclusivity of the procurement design. Engaging in this contract can help these businesses expand their portfolios and contribute to vital public health initiatives.

## Notice

Tenders are invited to undertake a survey to determine the prevalence and titre of norovirus in RNA from sewage effluent samples, which are collected and extracted by the Environment Agency. Details We would like to commission a small survey to determine the prevalence and titre of norovirus in sewage effluent samples from 9 different costal sites across England. The samples will be collected by the Environmental Agency over the period September 2020-September 2021 before being extracted and delivered to the final contractor.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91bc063c-de72-4638-aa36-8f47a9357cac |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 May 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2021 at 13:59 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91bc063c-de72-4638-aa36-8f47a9357cac
- 5 Feb 2021 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4fe353d-1042-4629-b8ef-5e4c03d159b9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91bc063c-de72-4638-aa36-8f47a9357cac
  22nd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a4fe353d-1042-4629-b8ef-5e4c03d159b9
  5th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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