Scope
Description
We would like to commission a study to analyse the levels of mycotoxins and plant toxins in a
variety of plant-based foods. The study will provide information about the current dietary exposure
of mycotoxins and plant toxins in individuals consuming vegetarian and vegan diets. This data set
will be used for subsequent risk assessments and risk management decisions.
Contract start date 01/08/2025
Contract 1. Levels of mycotoxin and plant toxin in specific dietary foods
Supplier
Contract value
- £117,029.84 excluding VAT
- £140,435.80 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
1 August 2025
Contract dates
- 2 August 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 30 June 2026
- 10 months, 29 days
Description of possible extension:
The Buyer may extend the Contract for a period of up to 3 Months by giving not
less than 10 Working Days' notice in writing to the Supplier prior to the Expiry
Date. The Conditions of the Contract shall apply throughout any such extended
period.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 73110000 - Research services
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Supplier
Fera Science Limited
York Biotech Campus, Sand Hutton
York
YO41 1LZ
United Kingdom
Email: tracker@fera.co.uk
Region: UKE22 - North Yorkshire CC
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Levels of mycotoxin and plant toxin in specific dietary foods
Contracting authority
Food Standards Agency
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJRM-6866-LYYX
YO1 7PR
York
YO1 7PR
United Kingdom
Region: UKE21 - York
Organisation type: Public authority - central government