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FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making

THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The tender titled "FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making" was issued by The Food Standards Agency, a prominent organisation based in York, England. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services with a total value of £76,736.12 and a procurement method classified as a restricted tender. The tender period has concluded, with the contract having commenced on 23 August 2021 and running until 31 December 2021. This project aims to enhance the optimisation of evidence for policymakers across various levels of government and is applicable to multiple regions including the UK and Europe.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research and consultancy services. Prospective bidders should have expertise in evidence-based policy-making and data analysis to contribute effectively to the project. Engaging in this tender process allows these organisations to strengthen their market presence while delivering valuable insights to governmental bodies seeking to refine their decision-making processes.

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Notice Title

FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making

Notice Description

Conduct research focusing on how evidence can be optimised for policymakers across central and local government, practitioners, and the public.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14179d7f-c545-4671-b8bd-16f9f4176cdf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Restricted Tender
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£76,736 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£76,736 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
22 Aug 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO1 7PR
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Guildhall
Westminster Constituency
York Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF YORK

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