--- title: "Food and drink app feasibility study" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "FIFE COUNCIL" published: "2025-09-30" --- # Food and drink app feasibility study Buyer: FIFE COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610.json) ## Summary Fife Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a feasibility study to develop a Food and Drink App, aimed at showcasing local food and drink outlets in Fife, Scotland. This initiative is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund with an allocated budget of £10,000. The study is set to explore the demand, stakeholders, technical requirements, and potential benefits of the app, with a focus on residents and visitors. Key dates for interested suppliers to respond with expressions of interest fall by the 31st of October 2025, and future notices regarding the procurement process are expected by the 1st of January 2026. The procurement falls under the services category and is intended to enhance local amenities and tourism, aligned with initiatives from the Regional Food Group, Food From Fife. This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in digital feasibility studies, app development, and sectors related to tourism or food and drink mapping. Companies with experience in these fields can benefit from engaging in the process to provide innovative insights, methodologies, and cost estimations that could shape the eventual development of the app. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with a track record in relevant sectors are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio while contributing to a project that aims to enrich local community amenities and attract more visitors to Fife. ## Notice Food and drink app feasibility study ### Lot Information Lot 1 Background Fife Council has secured 10,000 pounds of UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) funding to commission a feasibility study exploring the need and demand for a digital Food & Drink App. The proposed app would serve as an interactive map showcasing food and drink outlets across Fife, aimed at both residents and visitors. This project is being in run in partnership with the Regional Food Group, Food From Fife. Home - Food from Fife Purpose of the RFI We are seeking information from suppliers with experience in digital feasibility studies, app development, tourism, or food and drink sector mapping. The purpose of this RFI is to gather insights into supplier capabilities, indicative approaches, and potential costs to inform the development of a formal procurement process of a Fife focused App. Scope of the Feasibility Study The study should aim to: Assess demand and potential user base in Fife (local and tourist). Identify key stakeholders and data sources. Explore technical options for app development and maintenance. Evaluate economic and social benefits. Provide recommendations on delivery models and next steps. Supplier Response Interested suppliers are invited to respond with: A brief overview of relevant experience. Proposed methodology for conducting the feasibility study. Indicative timelines and cost estimates. Any added value or innovation they can bring to the project. Submission Details Responses should be submitted via email to the contact given This RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a commitment to purchase. The Council would welcome notes of interest by close of business on the 31st of October 2025. The Council would welcome notes of interest by close of business on the 31st of October 2025 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540289 | | Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Jan 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £10,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | FIFE COUNCIL | | Locality | GLENROTHES | | Post town | Kirkcaldy | | Postcode | KY7 5LT | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM01 Clackmannanshire and Fife | | Local authority | Fife | | Electoral ward | Glenrothes Central and Thornton | | Westminster constituency | Glenrothes and Mid Fife | | Delivery location | TLM72 Clackmannanshire and Fife | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 30 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540289 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP540289 Food and drink app feasibility study - Food and drink app feasibility study ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.fife.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=811610 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000811610 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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