--- title: "Scottish Authorities Food Enforcement Rebuild (SAFER) Food Business Social Research" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)" published: "2025-09-24" --- # Scottish Authorities Food Enforcement Rebuild (SAFER) Food Business Social Research Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "Scottish Authorities Food Enforcement Rebuild (SAFER) Food Business Social Research" was initiated and conducted by Food Standards Scotland (FSS), based in Aberdeen. This tender falls under the services category within the general public services industry. The procurement was completed with the award stage on 24th September 2025, with IFF Research Ltd being awarded the contract, valued at £111,745.36. The contract period is set from 29th September 2025 to 28th May 2026. The process followed an open procedure, aimed at gathering research and evidence from Food Business Operators to support the SAFER programme and legal compliance within the UK's UKM region. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses capable of conducting detailed social and business research, particularly those experienced in compliance with food law. Firms specialising in public services and research, such as small to medium-sized enterprises, will find this contract aligns with their expertise and capabilities. The award criterion heavily favoured quality, with a 75% weighting, complemented by a 25% focus on price. The procurement process included electronic submission, reflecting modern tendering efficiencies tailored for businesses adept at digital engagement. Furthermore, FSS's flexibility in additional Ad-Hoc research options suggests future opportunities for contract expansion, promoting ongoing business growth within this sector. ## Notice FSS has a requirement for research to be conducted and evidence gathered from Food Business Operators to support both the development of the SAFER programme as well as FSS's statutory business-as-usual responsibilities to support businesses to comply with food law. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Requirement for research to be conducted and evidence gathered from Food Business Operators to support both the development of the SAFER programme as well as FSS's statutory business-as-usual responsibilities to support businesses to comply with food law. Options: As part of the contract agreement, A rate card will be obtained to provide fixed costing for any additional Ad-Hoc research required in connection to research subject matter and solely within specified contract period. Renewal: Option to extend for additional 4 months at sole discretion of the Purchaser ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539976 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 24 Sep 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £111,745 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS) | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB11 5RL | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Torry/Ferryhill | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen South | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | IFF RESEARCH | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 24 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539976 - 24 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533195 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=8 28th July 2025 - This is attachment in connection to question received on the 18th July 2025. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=1 24th June 2025 - Covering Letter - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=2 24th June 2025 - ITT - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=3 24th June 2025 - Award Criteria - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=4 24th June 2025 - Form Of Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=5 24th June 2025 - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=6 24th June 2025 - Schedule 2 - Pricing - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN533195&idx=7 24th June 2025 - Schedule 1 - Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533195 Scottish Authorities Food Enforcement Rebuild (SAFER) Food Business Social Research - FSS has a requirement for research to be conducted and evidence gathered from Food Business Operators to support both the development of the SAFER programme as well as FSS's statutory business-as-usual responsibilities to support businesses to comply with food law. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539976 Scottish Authorities Food Enforcement Rebuild (SAFER) Food Business Social Research - FSS has a requirement for research to be conducted and evidence gathered from Food Business Operators to support both the development of the SAFER programme as well as FSS's statutory business-as-usual responsibilities to support businesses to comply with food law. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799567 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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