Award

FS108108 The impact of Covid-19 on citizens vulnerable to household food insecurity

THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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Award

16 Jun 2020 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency is seeking research and consultancy services through the completed contract titled "FS108108 The impact of Covid-19 on citizens vulnerable to household food insecurity." This procurement process operates under a direct procurement method through a single tender action, with the contract period running from 1 June 2020 to 31 July 2020. The contract was awarded on 1 June 2020, and the relevant industry category is classified under research and development services. The award notice was published on 16 June 2020, highlighting a contract value of £38,704.50.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in research, particularly those focusing on social issues, public health, and food security. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for such tenders, as the procurement details indicate a preference for their inclusion. Engaging in this procurement could enable businesses to contribute meaningfully to addressing food insecurity while gaining valuable experience and furthering their networks in the public sector.

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Notice Title

FS108108 The impact of Covid-19 on citizens vulnerable to household food insecurity

Notice Description

FS108108 The impact of Covid-19 on citizens vulnerable to household food insecurity

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fe4e70cc-5ab6-4052-87e2-23c8f48ea9a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e35a0232-c7b2-4387-a97f-95cd288056d3
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, 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,704 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
31 May 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 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
Not specified
Contact Email
fsa.procurement@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

BRIGHT HARBOUR RESEARCH

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