Planning

Purchase and Nutritional Data on Meal Deals - Prior Information Notice

FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)

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Planning

18 May 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Food Standards Scotland (FSS), located in Aberdeen, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking suppliers who can provide data and insights into the purchase, composition, and nutritional content of "meal deals" in Scotland. This initiative, detailed in a Prior Information Notice dated 18th May 2026, aims to enhance the understanding of purchasing patterns and nutritional quality of such meal deals, which comprise a main item, a snack, and a drink. The information collected will inform potential future procurement activities and policy development, with a future notice anticipated on 1st July 2026. Suppliers interested in participating must submit responses by noon on 2nd June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the data analytics and food market research sectors. Companies experienced in handling large datasets related to food consumption, especially those with insights into nutritional analysis and market trends, will find this opportunity appealing. The procurement seeks to understand consumer behaviour and meal deal purchasing patterns, creating avenues for businesses to establish themselves as key partners in shaping public health policy through data-driven insights. Businesses with expertise in consumer demographics and pricing strategies can leverage this procurement to foster growth and expand their influence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase and Nutritional Data on Meal Deals - Prior Information Notice

Notice Description

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is seeking information from suppliers capable of providing data and insights on the purchase, composition and nutritional content of "meal deals" in Scotland. Meal deals are defined for the purpose of this exercise as multi-buy promotions typically consisting of ready-to-eat, cold meal deals comprising a main item, a snack, and a drink sold together in supermarkets or convenience stores at a cheaper price than when purchased individually.. This excludes hot takeaway meal deals and meal deals intended to be heated before consumption. This Prior Information Notice is issued to: - Understand the availability of relevant market data - Inform potential future procurement activity - Engage with suppliers capable of providing relevant datasets and analytical insight The data will support FSS in strengthening the evidence base on out-of-home food consumption and its impact on dietary behaviours.

Lot Information

Lot 1

FSS is seeking supplier intelligence on the availability of datasets related to meal deals purchased in Scotland, including but not limited to the areas outlined below. Suppliers are encouraged to indicate clearly which of the requirement areas (1-6) they are able to support and the extent to which they can meet specific elements of the requirements . 1. Meal Deal Uptake - Total number of meal deals purchased (absolute figures) - Proportion relative to other price promotions1 - Comparison with products included in meal deals purchased individually 2. Product Selection - Most commonly purchased products (including product categories and specific products) within: - Main items (e.g. sandwiches, wraps, salads) - Snacks (e.g. crisps, confectionery, fruit) - Drinks (e.g. soft drinks, water, smoothies) 3. Product Combinations - Most frequently purchased combinations: - At category level - At individual product level 4. Nutritional Information per portion, and per 100g For frequently purchased items: - Energy (kcal) - Fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt, fibre (grams) - Portion size and total product weight 5. Pricing Information - Average meal deal price (e.g., price, pricing tier (e.g., standard, premium) and loyalty pricing where applicable) - Average savings compared to purchasing components individually -Average price of individual components within categories 6. Consumer Demographics Where available: - Age - Gender - Socioeconomic status Data from major supermarket and convenience retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury's, Co-op, Aldi, Lidl, Boots are of particular interest, although suppliers are not limited to these.. This is not a call for competition Participation is voluntary No costs will be reimbursed Responding (or not responding) will not affect any future procurement opportunities All information provided will be treated as confidential, subject to obligations under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000832182
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556027
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB11 5RL
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Torry/Ferryhill
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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