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Purchasing consumer panel data on chicken sales

FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY

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20 Mar 2026 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Food Standards Agency, a central government public authority based in York, United Kingdom, has awarded a contract for purchasing consumer panel data on chicken sales. This contract aims to analyse changes in purchase patterns that may have contributed to increased levels of Campylobacter and Salmonella. Transitioning from frozen to fresh products and other factors are among the areas of interest. The procurement process, culminating in the award on 20 March 2026, followed a direct procurement method, classified as below threshold without competition, focusing on market research services. The contract period runs from 13 March 2026 to 12 April 2026, engaging NUMERATOR UK LIMITED as the supplier. The procurement stage is complete, providing a focused opportunity for understanding consumer behaviours in the food sector.

For businesses specialising in market research and consumer analysis, especially those experienced in the food industry, there arises an opportunity for growth by leveraging insights from this data. Such businesses can use the findings to develop strategic recommendations or new products that cater to consumer needs while addressing food safety concerns. As NUMERATOR UK LIMITED, a large-scale supplier, holds the contract, similar capabilities could position other businesses well for potential collaborations or future opportunities involving governmental contracts in research and development consultancy. This contract highlights how specialised knowledge in consumer trends and market research can play a significant role in public health initiatives and commercial strategy within the food standards sector.

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Notice Title

Purchasing consumer panel data on chicken sales

Notice Description

Obtaining purchase panel data on chicken sales. This is to understand if changes in purchase patterns may have contribute to increases in levels of Campylobacter and Salmonella e.g. switch from frozen to fresh, types of products.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066fc6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025532-2026
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,738 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
13 Mar 2026 - 12 Apr 2026 30 days
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

NUMERATOR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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