--- title: "Analysis of responses to the public consultation seeking views on possible changes to the Government Buying Standards for Food and Catering Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL" published: "2022-07-15" --- # Analysis of responses to the public consultation seeking views on possible changes to the Government Buying Standards for Food and Catering Services Buyer: DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cf995a48-aae7-4c36-8b32-12a2824601c6.json) ## Summary The Defra Network eTendering Portal is currently conducting a public procurement process titled "Analysis of responses to the public consultation seeking views on possible changes to the Government Buying Standards for Food and Catering Services." Classified under catering and survey analysis services, this procurement is taking place in England. The tender period is open and will close on 5th August 2022, with the contract period set to commence on 22nd August 2022 and conclude on 8th December 2022. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, which is below threshold, allowing for broad participation. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and analysis, particularly those experienced in public sector consultations and catering policies. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as the requirements emphasize expertise in analysing consultation responses and producing documentation summarising the findings. Businesses that can deliver timely and high-quality analytical services will be well-positioned to benefit from this government contract, potentially enhancing their portfolio with valuable public sector experience. ## Notice The Authority launched a public consultation entitled 'Seeking views on possible changes to public sector food and catering policy" on the 13th June 2022. This consultation will run for 12 weeks and close on 4th September 2022 The consultation can be found here - Public sector food and catering policy - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) The Authority is commissioning analysis of the responses to the consultation. The response rate is expected to be 1,000 -1,300 responses, but it could be more or less. The Authority requires research expertise to read and code all free text responses, analyse closed questions and coded free text responses, and write a summary of responses document , a two-page evidence note and a summary slide pack within 12 weeks of the consultation closing. Please go to https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/current/list.si?reset=true&resetstored=true&customLoginPage=/web/login.html&customGuest=&_ncp=1657894974594.1585585-1#fh ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aed6df3-19af-4f93-aede-ef6f94044f84 | | 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 | 15 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Aug 2022 - 8 Dec 2022 | | 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 | DEFRA NETWORK ETENDERING PORTAL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | South West London | | Postcode | SW1P 3JR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West | | ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London | | Local authority | Westminster | | Electoral ward | St James's | | Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 55520000 - Catering services - 79311300 - Survey analysis services ## Release History - 15 Jul 2022 at 14:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aed6df3-19af-4f93-aede-ef6f94044f84 - 15 Jul 2022 at 14:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aed6df3-19af-4f93-aede-ef6f94044f84 - 11 Jul 2022 at 12:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aed6df3-19af-4f93-aede-ef6f94044f84 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aed6df3-19af-4f93-aede-ef6f94044f84 15th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://defra.bravosolutions.co.uk - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk - https://defra.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/current/list.si?reset=true&resetstored=true&customLoginPage=/web/login.html&customGuest=&_ncp=1657894974594.1585585-1#fh ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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