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title: "FS430919 - Support and Continuous Improvement for external services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ec1f4287-0d7d-4fdd-8770-0979c14f934e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# FS430919 - Support and Continuous Improvement for external services

Buyer: THE FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ec1f4287-0d7d-4fdd-8770-0979c14f934e

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "FS430919 - Support and Continuous Improvement for external services," was conducted by The Food Standards Agency (FSA) based in York, England. This contract, classified under IT services (CPV code 72000000), was initiated as a tender with a focus on Drupal support and the continuous improvement of digital services, including food.gov.uk and MyHACCP. The contract period commenced on 24 November 2021 and is set to conclude on 23 November 2023. The total contract value is GBP 1,000,000, awarded through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 5 October 2021.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses engaged in IT services, particularly those with expertise in software development, consulting, and support for digital platforms. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate as potential suppliers, especially those capable of demonstrating proficiency in Drupal and related digital service solutions. Given the ongoing contract's requirements, businesses that can provide innovative improvements and responsive support services may find a strong fit in catering to the needs outlined by The Food Standards Agency.

## Notice

Drupal support and continuous improvement of external digital services including food.gov.uk, SAC sites and MyHACCP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94c4047-f585-40ea-9a37-586be2b1e975 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 24 Nov 2021 - 23 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | DEESON GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 29 Dec 2021 at 10:10 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94c4047-f585-40ea-9a37-586be2b1e975
- 29 Dec 2021 at 10:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94c4047-f585-40ea-9a37-586be2b1e975
- 24 Dec 2021 at 13:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94c4047-f585-40ea-9a37-586be2b1e975

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e94c4047-f585-40ea-9a37-586be2b1e975
  29th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2552b969-d2b9-406e-95bd-2950efddb145
  n/a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/da04c63a-d6cd-471a-b8fe-892f98605825
  n/a

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