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Hosting and Supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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19 Mar 2026 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency has recently concluded a procurement process under the direct procurement method to host and support the Food Standards Reference Manual, encompassing necessary updates and reports. The contract was awarded on 18th March 2026 and is valued at £25,326.27, exclusive of VAT. This service-focused contract pertains to the industry category of training services, with Trading Standards South West serving as the supplier. Located in York, United Kingdom, the Food Standards Agency, classified as a central government public authority, is responsible for overseeing this procurement, which underlines the significance of maintaining a high standard in food regulation documentation. The contract commences on 1st April 2026 and will run until the end of March 2028.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in hosting and supporting digital manuals and training services. It appeals particularly to enterprises with the capability to align with public sector requirements and execute projects without competition under legal frameworks. Large-scale businesses known for delivering comprehensive support services within the stipulated period could significantly benefit from engaging in such contracts. This opportunity not only reinforces a business's portfolio in government contracts but also solidifies expertise in managing critical industry-related documents, creating a broader network for future collaborations within the public services sphere.

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Notice Title

Hosting and Supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual

Notice Description

Hosting and supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual including updates & reports

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f06
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025221-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,326 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
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

TRADING STANDARDS SOUTH WEST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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