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title: "Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068d70"
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# Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068d70

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency has completed the procurement process titled "Validation of HPLC and HRMS methods for honey authenticity testing," located in York, United Kingdom. This project, concerning research and development services, was conducted under a direct procurement method without competition as it was below the threshold. The contract, which started on 29th April 2026, is set to run until 31st March 2027, with an option for extension. Fera Science Ltd has been awarded the contract, which involves validating high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) methods. This procurement falls under services in the central government industry category.

This opportunity presents business growth potential for entities capable of delivering advanced scientific services, particularly in the field of analytical chemistry and method validation for food authenticity. Companies with expertise in research and development, especially those specialising in chromatography and mass spectrometry, would find themselves well-suited to compete in similar tenders. The contract value of £95,000 underscores a significant investment in ensuring the authenticity and quality of honey, a critical area for industry advancement. Businesses looking to partner with government agencies and expand their capabilities in food testing and quality control may find this to be a advantageous precedent for similar future projects.

## Notice

This Food Standards Agency is seeking to commission single laboratory validation of HRMS and HPLC-based methods for the analysis of honey and sugar syrup:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038900-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £95,000 |

## 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 | 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

- 29 Apr 2026 at 07:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038900-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038900-2026
  29th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.food.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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