---
title: "Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055a86"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS"
published: "2025-07-07"
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# Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055a86

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## Summary

The Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) in the United Kingdom has successfully completed a contracting process titled "Food Authenticity Method Standardisation Support/harmonisation". This procurement activity, classified under the services category, involves research and development services and related consultancy. The procurement was conducted using a direct procurement method, below the threshold, without competition. The award was finalised with Fera Science Ltd, a large supplier based in York. The contract began on 10 June 2025 and is set to end on 31 March 2028, with the possibility of extension. The transaction is valued at £73,535.97, excluding VAT, and supports the UK's representation at the CEN TC 460 Food Authenticity post-EU exit.

This contract creates opportunities for businesses involved in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in food authenticity and standardisation. Large companies or those with sufficient capabilities to engage with international standards and communities will find this contract beneficial. This tender offers a strategic platform for businesses looking to enhance their presence and influence in the UK and European markets, aligning with governmental priorities in food safety and authenticity. Supplier engagement in such high-level projects can significantly bolster a firm’s reputation and open doors to further projects within the public sector. Businesses with international collaboration and networking capabilities will particularly be well-suited to engage in future similar opportunities.

## Notice

The aim of the research is to ensure UK interests are represented at the CEN TC 460 Food Authenticity, that knowledge sharing occurs and the maintenance of expert links with the CEN community following EU exit. The research will provide resource allocation for members of Fera Science Ltd to represent Defra interests.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037962-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £73,535 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FOOD AND 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

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2025 at 14:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037962-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037962-2025
  7th July 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.fera.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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