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title: "FS370119 - Understanding emerging consumer interests through social media"
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buyer: "THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# FS370119 - Understanding emerging consumer interests through social media

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92544b5d-26cb-4050-b9ae-cb119825a6c4

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "FS370119 - Understanding emerging consumer interests through social media" was conducted by The Food Standards Agency (FSA), located in York, England. This tender falls under the research and development services category and was awarded through a restricted tender process, which is classified as non OJEU. The contract period extends from 18 December 2018 to 30 April 2019, with the tendering phase having concluded on 28 September 2018. The total value of the awarded contract is £51,798.67, with Manning Gottlieb OMD selected as the supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in research and consultancy related to consumer behaviour and food systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) would be particularly suited to compete for similar contracts, given their agility in addressing nuanced consumer insights. Such involvement can enhance business growth by establishing a foothold in the public sector and expanding capabilities in strategic research initiatives.

## Notice

The FSA has been tracking consumer attitudes towards food related topics and trust in the FSA and food system for several years. With the FSA increasing its risk assessment capabilities there is a growing need to gather evidence on consumer attitudes, concerns and possible emerging trends.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8c8a6ee-6f97-4c4a-ad93-66fd332eea1f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Restricted tender - non OJEU |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 18 Dec 2018 - 30 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £51,798 |
| 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 | MANNING GOTTLIEB OMD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2019 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8c8a6ee-6f97-4c4a-ad93-66fd332eea1f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8c8a6ee-6f97-4c4a-ad93-66fd332eea1f
  22nd January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3d3b8906-f28a-4db4-b935-feae37fa9ba3
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