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title: "Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity"
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# Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b937c467-edba-4295-8fe8-2a0e2d0cfe26

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is initiating a procurement process titled "Review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity". Set within the research and development services industry category, this tender is located in York, United Kingdom. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure for submissions. Businesses are required to submit their tenders by 21 August 2024, with the contract period spanning from 1 September 2024 to 1 March 2025. The procurement budget is set at £40,000 GBP.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in analytical chemistry, laboratory testing, and food authenticity services to partner with a prominent UK government body. The project is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its below-threshold budget and open procurement method. By participating, businesses can leverage their expertise to enhance their portfolios and establish themselves as key players in the domain of food safety and standards.

## Notice

The FSA is conducting a procurement exercise to contract a supplier to carry out a review of current and emerging analytical methods for the testing of oil for authenticity and to identify methods which will help to improve capability in PA OLs. 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/270deb69-e1ce-469e-938c-c62f710171e2 |
| 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 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2024 - 1 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000 |
| 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

- 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 10:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/270deb69-e1ce-469e-938c-c62f710171e2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/270deb69-e1ce-469e-938c-c62f710171e2
  22nd July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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