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title: "FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making"
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buyer: "THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5d063ee3-5def-4d67-946a-c222a468aa45

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## Summary

The tender titled "FS900186 - Optimising Evidence for Policy-Making" was issued by The Food Standards Agency, a prominent organisation based in York, England. This procurement falls under the category of research and development services with a total value of £76,736.12 and a procurement method classified as a restricted tender. The tender period has concluded, with the contract having commenced on 23 August 2021 and running until 31 December 2021. This project aims to enhance the optimisation of evidence for policymakers across various levels of government and is applicable to multiple regions including the UK and Europe.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in research and consultancy services. Prospective bidders should have expertise in evidence-based policy-making and data analysis to contribute effectively to the project. Engaging in this tender process allows these organisations to strengthen their market presence while delivering valuable insights to governmental bodies seeking to refine their decision-making processes.

## Notice

Conduct research focusing on how evidence can be optimised for policymakers across central and local government, practitioners, and the public.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14179d7f-c545-4671-b8bd-16f9f4176cdf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Restricted Tender |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £76,736 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £76,736 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF YORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2021 at 08:30 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14179d7f-c545-4671-b8bd-16f9f4176cdf
- 23 Aug 2021 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14179d7f-c545-4671-b8bd-16f9f4176cdf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14179d7f-c545-4671-b8bd-16f9f4176cdf
  26th August 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/629041bd-1d22-4832-b007-14de85d97a48
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