ID 6592875 - DAERA - LMC - The provision of certification services to the Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (NIBLFQAS)
Reference ocds-h6vhtk-07b349 · Livestock & Meat Commission
Open until 8 December 2026, estimated value £10,843,438.
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Description
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) requires the continued provision of certification services for the Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (FQAS). FQAS plays a critical role in providing assurance regarding animal welfare, food safety and environmental standards and supports market access for Northern Ireland beef and lamb producers and processors. The scheme currently has approximately 11,422 active participants (as of 30/04/2026). The current contract expires on 31 March 2027, and a replacement contract is required to ensure continuity of certification services from 1 April 2027.
Award criteria
| Type | Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | AC1 - Compliance with Specification Schedule in Full | — |
| Quality | AC2 - Farm Assessment Methodology | — |
| Quality | AC3 - Certification Methodology | — |
| Quality | AC4 - Method of Data Collection and Recording | — |
| Quality | AC5 - Registration Methodology | — |
| Quality | AC6 - Supplementary Services | — |
| Quality | AC7 - Crisis Management | — |
| Quality | AC8 - Social Value | — |
| Price | AC9 - Total Contract Price | — |
Official publications
| Medium | Reference | Date |
|---|---|---|
| FTS | 104853-2026 | 4 November 2026 |
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- The submission deadline is 8 December 2026, 15:00. Check the official source, as dates can be modified.
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- The estimated value published by the buyer is £10,843,438.
- Who is the buyer of this tender?
- The contracting authority is Livestock & Meat Commission (United Kingdom).
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