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title: "RDE993 - Expansion of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) honey database for authen"
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# RDE993 - Expansion of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) honey database for authen

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aad9d9e3-b86a-4ab7-8932-f7a5d43aba40

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "RDE993 - Expansion of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) honey database for authen" was conducted by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) in the UK. This contract, classified under research and development consultancy services, aims to bolster the UK's ability to identify honey adulteration with added sugars. The competitive process was conducted through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £74,943.88, was awarded on 30th January 2026, following the tender period's conclusion on the same date, and is scheduled to run from 31st January 2026 to 30th June 2026. The service delivery will cover regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement is in the 'award' stage as of the latest update.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for large organisations with expertise in research and development consultancy services. The expansive geographical coverage of the service delivery provides a significant avenue for expanding client base and operational reach. Companies specialising in scientific research and consultancy, particularly those with a focus on food safety and authenticity analysis, are well-positioned to benefit from the expansive scope and strategic importance of this project. Given the nature of the procurement method — a call-off from a framework agreement — businesses with pre-established framework agreements with Defra or similar entities are particularly suited to compete in such tenders. This project not only presents a financial opportunity but also the chance to influence standards and methodologies in the detection of adulterated honey on a global scale.

## Notice

This project will strengthen the UK's capability to detect honey adulteration with added sugars. Contract awarded by Defra.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd46934e-c436-4e1a-915e-64555125cd9a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £74,943 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,943 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| 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

- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Feb 2026 at 11:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd46934e-c436-4e1a-915e-64555125cd9a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd46934e-c436-4e1a-915e-64555125cd9a
  2nd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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