---
title: "Hosting and Supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066f06"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY"
published: "2026-03-19"
---

# Hosting and Supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066f06

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## Summary

The Food Standards Agency has recently concluded a procurement process under the direct procurement method to host and support the Food Standards Reference Manual, encompassing necessary updates and reports. The contract was awarded on 18th March 2026 and is valued at £25,326.27, exclusive of VAT. This service-focused contract pertains to the industry category of training services, with Trading Standards South West serving as the supplier. Located in York, United Kingdom, the Food Standards Agency, classified as a central government public authority, is responsible for overseeing this procurement, which underlines the significance of maintaining a high standard in food regulation documentation. The contract commences on 1st April 2026 and will run until the end of March 2028.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in hosting and supporting digital manuals and training services. It appeals particularly to enterprises with the capability to align with public sector requirements and execute projects without competition under legal frameworks. Large-scale businesses known for delivering comprehensive support services within the stipulated period could significantly benefit from engaging in such contracts. This opportunity not only reinforces a business's portfolio in government contracts but also solidifies expertise in managing critical industry-related documents, creating a broader network for future collaborations within the public services sphere.

## Notice

Hosting and supporting the Food Standards Reference Manual including updates & reports

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025221-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £25,326 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 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 | TRADING STANDARDS SOUTH WEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80500000 - Training services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 14:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025221-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025221-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.food.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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