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title: "Pilot Chemical Analysis Project for Investigating Fraudulent Reactor Skin Tests"
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# Pilot Chemical Analysis Project for Investigating Fraudulent Reactor Skin Tests

Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d81309c9-dda0-483d-a67e-8e7b404bf2b5

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Defra Network eTendering Portal as the buying organisation, which has awarded a contract titled "Pilot Chemical Analysis Project for Investigating Fraudulent Reactor Skin Tests." This project falls within the research laboratory services category and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement method utilised was a direct approach through a single tender action, and the procurement stage is now complete, having concluded the contract period on 31 May 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth in areas related to chemical testing and analysis services, particularly for businesses that specialise in laboratory services. Companies that focus on research and development, particularly those with experience in the agricultural or environmental sectors, would be well-positioned to compete for similar projects in the future. The awarded contract, valued at £44,344.34, underscores the importance of robust partnerships in academia and government, making this an ideal market for firms seeking to expand their influence and service offerings.

## Notice

A collaborative project between APHA and the Contractor for the development of a protocol for chemical testing of bovine skins.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf7934d-5108-4609-8860-763defc3ce9c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 31 May 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,344 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,344 |
| 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 3JR |
| 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2021 at 10:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf7934d-5108-4609-8860-763defc3ce9c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdf7934d-5108-4609-8860-763defc3ce9c
  15th January 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5b6d4192-97da-4106-9c16-c27e2149a3ea
  n/a

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