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title: "Literature Review and Development of Decision Tree to Support Evaluation of AMR Genes"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000810472"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)"
published: "2026-01-13"
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# Literature Review and Development of Decision Tree to Support Evaluation of AMR Genes

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000810472

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Food Standards Scotland (FSS) involves an open tender for a project titled "Literature Review and Development of Decision Tree to Support Evaluation of AMR Genes" in the general public services industry category. The tender seeks suppliers capable of conducting a literature review on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria used as feed additives and developing a decision tree for evaluating such genes for animal trials. The project is located in the UK, specifically Scotland, with submissions required electronically by 29th October 2025. The award period for this service is set to begin on the same date, ensuring a swift transition into the project execution phase.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in scientific research, particularly those with expertise in antimicrobial resistance, feed additives, and veterinary sciences. Companies with robust analytical and evaluative capabilities in the health and biotechnological sectors are well-suited to submit competitive bids, especially if they possess experience in working with governmental bodies on public health and safety projects. The consistent demand for innovative approaches to tackle AMR in livestock presents a fertile ground for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector through the provision of specialised consultancy and research services.

## Notice

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) require a Supplier to carry out a literature review of the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria used as feed additives, and to develop a decision tree to help support the evaluation of potential AMR genes in applications for animal trials of feed additives.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Antimicrobial resistance is considered to be one of the top global public health threats. Globally, it is recognised that a reduction in the use of antimicrobials in livestock is important to reduce the risk of AMR, and this has led to increasing interest in the development of alternative growth promotors for use in livestock production, including probiotic feed additives. Efficacy trials of new feed additives are required to produce the data required to apply for authorisation for a product to enter the market. These trials may only take place in Scotland when authorised by Scottish Ministers. FSS is responsible for evaluating the safety data provided by the applicant to allow a recommendation to be made to Ministers. The current evaluation approach for animal trial applications for unauthorised additives is based on EFSA guidance for applications for authorisation for a product to enter the market. It is important that a feed additive trial does not become a source of AMR genes into the environment, but that the consideration of the risk is proportionate and informed by the best understanding of the risk posed by the genetic profile. The aim of this project is, therefore, to better understand the significance of known or putative AMR genes detected in the molecular characterisation of a probiotic feed additive. It requires the production of a decision tree support the evaluation of potential AMR genes and a supporting literature review.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547025 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £70,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £65,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS) |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB11 5RL |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROBERT GORDON UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73210000 - Research consultancy services
- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547025
- 17 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539444

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539444&idx=1
  17th September 2025 - FSS/2025/022 Invitation to tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539444&idx=2
  17th September 2025 - FSS/2025/022 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539444
  Literature Review and Development of Decision Tree to Support Evaluation of AMR Genes - Food Standards Scotland (FSS) require a Supplier to carry out a literature review of the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria used as feed additives, and to develop a decision tree to help support the evaluation of potential AMR genes in applications for animal trials of feed additives.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547025
  Literature Review and Development of Decision Tree to Support Evaluation of AMR Genes - Food Standards Scotland (FSS) require a Supplier to carry out a literature review of the risk of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes in bacteria used as feed additives, and to develop a decision tree to help support the evaluation of potential AMR genes in applications for animal trials of feed additives.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot
- http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000810472

## Provenance

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