ID 6592875 - DAERA - LMC - The provision of certification services to the Northern Ireland Beef and Lamb Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (NIBLFQAS)
Deadline:8 Dec 2026, 15:00
Tender information
Ards and North Down
Newry, Mourne and Down
Derry City and Strabane
Causeway Coast and Glens
Mid Ulster
Lisburn and Castlereagh
Antrim and Newtownabbey
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Fermanagh and Omagh
Mid and East Antrim
Belfast
Type
Contract
Procedure
Not given
Ref. number
ID 6592875
Estimated value
£13,012,125.60
Duration
31/03/2027 - 31/03/2030
Renewals
01/04/2030 - 31/03/2033
01/04/2033 - 31/03/2034
01/04/2034 - 31/03/2035
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.
Buyer
The Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland
Buyer
The Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland
Open for offers
33 days left
Important dates
4 Nov - Publication date
8 Dec - Deadline
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