Scope
Description
The FSA has been conducting monthly surveys with consumers (called the Consumer Insights Tracker) since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in April 2020. The surveys have evolved over time to meet emerging needs. The FSA is seeking an experienced research agency to continue delivering the FSA's Consumer Insights Tracker for the next 3 years (with annual break clauses). The supplier will be responsible for all aspects of the project, including recruitment, sampling, logistics and project management.
Total value (estimated)
- £219,000 excluding VAT
- £262,800 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- 3 years
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Annual break clauses
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79310000 - Market research services
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79315000 - Social research services
- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
3 November 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
17 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders for FSA funded projects must be submitted through the health-family single e-Commercial System (Atamis), using the following link: https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 January 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 October 2028
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Envelope | Quality | 80.00% |
| Financial Envelope | Cost | 20.00% |
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Regulatory or public health circumstances, change of scope or budget.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Justification for not publishing a preliminary market engagement notice
No market engagement has been carried out
Contracting authority
Food Standards Agency
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJRM-6866-LYYX
YO1 7PR
York
YO1 7PR
United Kingdom
Email: fsa.commercial@food.gov.uk
Website: https://www.food.gov.uk/
Region: UKE21 - York
Organisation type: Public authority - central government