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title: "Bioinformatics contractor to assess applications for approval of GMOs"
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buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# Bioinformatics contractor to assess applications for approval of GMOs

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74edcb74-5565-485a-854f-e69940188b03

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency has awarded a contract for a bioinformatics contractor to assess applications for the approval of GMOs. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Research and development services and related consultancy services" (CPV code: 73000000). The procurement process was conducted as an open procedure above threshold, with the tender period ending on 15th March 2024. The contract period runs from 22nd April 2024 to 31st March 2027. The tender is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs and is valued at approximately £300,000 with key delivery locations in York, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in bioinformatics and related consultancy services. Companies capable of conducting high-quality research and assessments in the field of GMOs would find this contract attractive. Both SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to compete, providing a broad scope for business growth by leveraging their expertise in bioinformatics. The long-term and high-value nature of the contract further enhances its appeal, offering stability and continuous business over a three-year period.

## Notice

A cost per assessment has been agreed in the contract and the total contract value is variable

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69b98ce2-f592-4afe-a593-d5af4228bd4a |
| 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 | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,668 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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 | 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 | FERA SCIENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 08:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69b98ce2-f592-4afe-a593-d5af4228bd4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69b98ce2-f592-4afe-a593-d5af4228bd4a
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8fce9235-98e2-46d0-af15-93084d3d7694
  Mid-Tier_Award_Form_v1.2 Bioinformatics (Final) Signed_Redacted

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