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title: "Purchase and Nutritional Data on Meal Deals - Prior Information Notice"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000832182"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)"
published: "2026-05-18"
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# Purchase and Nutritional Data on Meal Deals - Prior Information Notice

Buyer: FOOD STANDARDS SCOTLAND (FSS)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000832182

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## Summary

Food Standards Scotland (FSS), located in Aberdeen, is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process seeking suppliers who can provide data and insights into the purchase, composition, and nutritional content of "meal deals" in Scotland. This initiative, detailed in a Prior Information Notice dated 18th May 2026, aims to enhance the understanding of purchasing patterns and nutritional quality of such meal deals, which comprise a main item, a snack, and a drink. The information collected will inform potential future procurement activities and policy development, with a future notice anticipated on 1st July 2026. Suppliers interested in participating must submit responses by noon on 2nd June 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the data analytics and food market research sectors. Companies experienced in handling large datasets related to food consumption, especially those with insights into nutritional analysis and market trends, will find this opportunity appealing. The procurement seeks to understand consumer behaviour and meal deal purchasing patterns, creating avenues for businesses to establish themselves as key partners in shaping public health policy through data-driven insights. Businesses with expertise in consumer demographics and pricing strategies can leverage this procurement to foster growth and expand their influence in the public sector.

## Notice

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is seeking information from suppliers capable of providing data and insights on the purchase, composition and nutritional content of "meal deals" in Scotland. Meal deals are defined for the purpose of this exercise as multi-buy promotions typically consisting of ready-to-eat, cold meal deals comprising a main item, a snack, and a drink sold together in supermarkets or convenience stores at a cheaper price than when purchased individually.. This excludes hot takeaway meal deals and meal deals intended to be heated before consumption. This Prior Information Notice is issued to: - Understand the availability of relevant market data - Inform potential future procurement activity - Engage with suppliers capable of providing relevant datasets and analytical insight The data will support FSS in strengthening the evidence base on out-of-home food consumption and its impact on dietary behaviours.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

FSS is seeking supplier intelligence on the availability of datasets related to meal deals purchased in Scotland, including but not limited to the areas outlined below. Suppliers are encouraged to indicate clearly which of the requirement areas (1-6) they are able to support and the extent to which they can meet specific elements of the requirements . 1. Meal Deal Uptake - Total number of meal deals purchased (absolute figures) - Proportion relative to other price promotions1 - Comparison with products included in meal deals purchased individually 2. Product Selection - Most commonly purchased products (including product categories and specific products) within: - Main items (e.g. sandwiches, wraps, salads) - Snacks (e.g. crisps, confectionery, fruit) - Drinks (e.g. soft drinks, water, smoothies) 3. Product Combinations - Most frequently purchased combinations: - At category level - At individual product level 4. Nutritional Information per portion, and per 100g For frequently purchased items: - Energy (kcal) - Fat, saturated fat, sugar, salt, fibre (grams) - Portion size and total product weight 5. Pricing Information - Average meal deal price (e.g., price, pricing tier (e.g., standard, premium) and loyalty pricing where applicable) - Average savings compared to purchasing components individually -Average price of individual components within categories 6. Consumer Demographics Where available: - Age - Gender - Socioeconomic status Data from major supermarket and convenience retailers such as Tesco, Sainsbury's, Co-op, Aldi, Lidl, Boots are of particular interest, although suppliers are not limited to these.. This is not a call for competition Participation is voluntary No costs will be reimbursed Responding (or not responding) will not affect any future procurement opportunities All information provided will be treated as confidential, subject to obligations under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556027 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 18 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 18 May 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556027

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY556027&idx=2
  18th May 2026 - Description to include footnote at Meal Deal Uptake.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY556027&idx=1
  18th May 2026 - Supplier Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556027
  Purchase and Nutritional Data on Meal Deals - Prior Information Notice - Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is seeking information from suppliers capable of providing data and insights on the purchase, composition and nutritional content of "meal deals" in Scotland. Meal deals are defined for the purpose of this exercise as multi-buy promotions typically consisting of ready-to-eat, cold meal deals comprising a main item, a snack, and a drink sold together in supermarkets or convenience stores at a cheaper price than when purchased individually.. This excludes hot takeaway meal deals and meal deals intended to be heated before consumption. This Prior Information Notice is issued to: - Understand the availability of relevant market data - Inform potential future procurement activity - Engage with suppliers capable of providing relevant datasets and analytical insight The data will support FSS in strengthening the evidence base on out-of-home food consumption and its impact on dietary behaviours.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.foodstandards.gov.scot
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832182
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832182

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