Adoption of metagenomics approaches for risk assessment of complex microbial mixtures
Develop regulatory science-compliant, fit-for-purpose metagenomics protocols and methodologies for the characterisation and safety evaluation of complex microbial mixtures in regulated products (e.g., competitive exclusion products used as feed additives). The listed estimated value is €1,250,000.
What the buyer needs
- Develop regulatory science-compliant, fit-for-purpose metagenomics protocols and methodologies for the characterisation and safety evaluation of complex microbial mixtures in regulated products (e.g., competitive…
- The project will establish standardised analytical frameworks for taxonomic characterisation, detection of safety-relevant genomic features (e.g.
- antimicrobial resistance genes, virulence factors), and risk assessment decision-support tools.
- This project aims to addresses short-term regulatory needs while establishing a foundation for broader metagenomics adoption in EFSA’s risk assessments.
Procurement signals
- Procedure: EFSA/2026/OP/0009-PIN
- Procedure type: Source procedure code 47396222
- Contract type: Services contract (31095498)
- Submission method: Electronic submission
- Published: 30 Jan 2026
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- EFSA/2026/OP/0009-PIN
- 037d2ec1-421a-43bb-9658-bc8a87a240cc-PIN
- Source procedure code 47396222
- Services contract (31095498)
- 47352394
- Europe/Rome
- 15 Jul 2026, 07:21 UTC
Full official description
Develop regulatory science-compliant, fit-for-purpose metagenomics protocols and methodologies for the characterisation and safety evaluation of complex microbial mixtures in regulated products (e.g., competitive exclusion products used as feed additives). The project will establish standardised analytical frameworks for taxonomic characterisation, detection of safety-relevant genomic features (e.g. antimicrobial resistance genes, virulence factors), and risk assessment decision-support tools. This project aims to addresses short-term regulatory needs while establishing a foundation for broader metagenomics adoption in EFSA’s risk assessments.