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Determination of background levels of PFAS in a variety of foods

Published
Published 29 April 2026

Overview

The Food Standards Agency contracted Fera Science Ltd for £399,464 to determine background levels of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in a variety of foods consumed in the UK, including those grown or reared domestically. The research aims to fill data gaps and support risk assessment for human health, informing the FSA's risk analysis process and future policy decisions. The contract was awarded in April 2026 and is complete.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Procedure
Direct
Published
29 April 2026

Award outcome

Awarded value
£399,464
Award date
28 April 2026
Contract period
31 May 2026 → 31 March 2028
Winners
  • Fera Science Ltd
  • Fera Science Ltd.

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Notice history

Every published notice in this contracting process, newest first.

  1. Contract

    1 June 2026

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  2. Contract

    1 May 2026

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  3. Contract

    29 April 2026

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