Study to analyse the impact, management and prevalence of noro virus in a number of oyster areas around the coast of Ireland

Tender description

This tender seeks the appointment of a contractor who will analyse samples provided by industry members, establish levels of norovirus in those samples, create weekly reports on the profile of samples submitted and finally produce a project report that can be used by industry to establish national norovirus trends, make recommendations on best practice and thus ensure the maintenance of premium position in the market place. The contract will begin in January 2018 and the term will be for an initial period of 2 years. This contract may be terminated at any point giving once months’ notice. BIM reserve the right to extend the contract for a further one year at the end of the term. This decision will be made at the sole discretion of BIM.