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Eyecare Services

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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13 Sep 2024 at 08:22

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency has concluded a procurement process for the provision of eye sight tests for its employees, specifically targeting display screen equipment testing. The contract, titled "Eyecare Services," falls under the industry category of eye care products and corrective lenses (CPV: 33730000). The procurement method used was a direct, single tender action below the threshold, and the contract was awarded to Specsavers Optical Superstores. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 31 July 2024, the start of the contract on 1 August 2024, and its conclusion on 31 July 2027. The contract location is York, UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optometry and eye care services, offering a substantial three-year contract valued at £6,500. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete for similar future contracts, as the procurement process shows openness to smaller businesses. Successful bidders can experience business growth and long-term stability through secure and repeated business with government organisations like the Food Standards Agency. Enterprises experienced in providing professional eye care and testing services will find these opportunities particularly beneficial for expanding their service portfolios and client base.

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Notice Title

Eyecare Services

Notice Description

Provision of eye sight tests for FSA employees eligible for display screen equipment testing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a5d1d237-6d54-4881-aed2-3d9a6e208f3a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c9fd08a-6c30-43c4-8ed6-8d309dab60cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33730000 - Eye care products and corrective lenses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Charlotte Walker
Contact Email
charlotte.walker@food.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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