--- title: "FS616035 Feed Additives" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY" published: "2024-06-05" --- # FS616035 Feed Additives Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4de4b69d-9b20-4871-b2a5-b12103ffc7a9.json) ## Summary The Food Standards Agency is seeking a supplier for the provision of services for the UK NRL for feed and food additives. This 4-year contract, with an optional 2-year extension, has an estimated value of up to £762,000. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, with a tender deadline of 8th July 2024. The contract period is from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2029. The procurement falls under the industry category of Research and Development Services and Related Consultancy Services, specifically focusing on laboratory services and research laboratory services. This tender opportunity presents a chance for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in laboratory services and research to expand their business. Interested parties should register and apply via the Atamis e-sourcing portal. The Food Standards Agency in York, United Kingdom, is the buying organisation responsible for this procurement. Businesses are encouraged to provide intelligent estimates for the contract lifespan and potential variations. For any queries or assistance, tenderers can contact the Helpdesk via phone at 0800 9956035 or email at support-health@atamis.co.uk. ## Notice The FSA and FSS are responsible for Official Feed and Food Controls across the UK. The UK has a legal obligation to appoint NRLs for feed and food safety. NRLs provide advice and support to food, feed, and food contact materials enforcement laboratories and the FSA and FSS to ensure a harmonised approach to food safety enforcement. NRLs are responsible for setting standards for routine procedures and reliable testing methods in the regulated areas of feed and food. This delivers consumer protection and effective, risk-based, and proportionate regulation and enforcement. The appointed laboratory will carry out the provision of services for the UK NRL for feed and food additives. The contract will be delivered over four years, starting 1st April 2025, to end 31st March 2029. There will be an optional 2-year extension that can be enacted by variation. The applicant is required to submit a quote covering the full 4 years period and are encouraged to provide intelligent estimates for the lifespan of the contract at the outset, considering any foreseen increases (or decreases) over time. If significant changes need to be made throughout the contract, then these will be discussed, as necessary, with the appointed contractor. This is a 4 year contract with an optional 2 year extension. The estimated value of the Contract is estimated to be between PS0 - PS762,000 (inc VAT) for the total duration, including the 2 year extension. The FSA is not required to take the extension. 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/6c4579d9-d292-467b-a820-e137d65ad5fd | | 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 | 5 Jun 2024 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jul 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £762,000 | | 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 | 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 - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71900000 - Laboratory services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73111000 - Research laboratory services ## Release History - 5 Jun 2024 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4579d9-d292-467b-a820-e137d65ad5fd ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c4579d9-d292-467b-a820-e137d65ad5fd 5th June 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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