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title: "FS306009 Trade reorientation and implications for high risk foods and regulatory"
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# FS306009 Trade reorientation and implications for high risk foods and regulatory

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1c96423d-3138-4939-bfeb-b5acb875601c

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency is initiating a tender titled "FS306009 Trade reorientation and implications for high risk foods and regulatory" aimed at commissioning a study to analyse the regulatory implications of shifting trade patterns, particularly concerning high-risk foods. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services, specifically targeting industry classifications related to research and consultancy services. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period is set to close on 1st April 2021, with the contract scheduled to commence on 29th April 2021 and run until 29th October 2021. The delivery addresses encompass various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research, consultancy, and food regulation compliance. Businesses equipped to engage in high-level research and development, particularly those with expertise in trade implications and food safety regulations, would be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract. Engaging in this project could not only enhance their profile in the industry but also expand their network within government procurement processes.

## Notice

The FSA is seeking to commission a study to better understand potential regulatory consequences of changing trade patterns, i.e. how import volumes of selected food and feed could change and how changes in trade costs affect food crime.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a21ddb73-c728-4401-8a57-82eb57dbd51f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Apr 2021 - 29 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | YORK |
| Post town | York |
| Postcode | YO1 7PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE2 North Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE21 York |
| Local authority | York |
| Electoral ward | Guildhall |
| Westminster constituency | York Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services
- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2021 at 10:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a21ddb73-c728-4401-8a57-82eb57dbd51f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a21ddb73-c728-4401-8a57-82eb57dbd51f
  4th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://food.bravosolution.co.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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