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title: "Review of analytical methods for cell cultivated products"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0567ba"
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# Review of analytical methods for cell cultivated products

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0567ba

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Review of analytical methods for cell cultivated products" was conducted by the Food Standards Agency, a public authority within the central government of the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. This tender falls under the industry category of laboratory services and research and development services, with a focus on analytical methods for cell-cultivated products. The process moved from the tender stage, with submissions ending on 26th August 2025, to the award stage, with the contract signed on 3rd November 2025, and the contract period running from 4th November 2025 to 31st March 2026. The procurement method used was an open, below-threshold competition suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, highlighting an opportunity for a broad range of business participants.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory services, research, and development, particularly those offering innovative analytical methodologies. The project required a comprehensive review of existing laboratory testing methods for cell-cultivated products which creates demands for expertise in genomic and proteomic analytical approaches. Small to medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in developing new laboratory techniques and tools, such as databases and reference materials, are well-positioned to benefit from this procurement. With the awarded contract value of £48,512.59, it offers substantial growth prospects for vendors in the relevant sectors aiming to enhance their portfolios in government contracts.

## Notice

Tenders are invited to carry out a review of laboratory testing methods which should: 1. Build on previously published research and complement the work and learning of the FSA on CCPs. 2. Identify and evaluate potential analytical methods for the detection, identification and quantification of CCPs. - Consider the traceability of current and emerging CCPs, and differentiation from other proteins using analytical methods e.g. genomic or proteomic approaches - Consider emerging analytical methods and technologies - Consider the requirements for associated tools e.g. databases, reference materials 3. Identify knowledge gaps and discuss limitations and challenges relating to the analytical methods identified, including practicality and cost. 4. Offer recommendations on analytical methods to inform the evidence base.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070540-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | £60,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,427 |

## Status

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

## 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 | LGC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2025 at 15:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070540-2025
- 29 Jul 2025 at 09:26 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043724-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070540-2025
  3rd November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043724-2025
  29th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.food.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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