Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) · Awarded contract

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Pilot Testing of Updated School Food Standards in England

Awarded 03 Aug 2025

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Awarded03 Aug 2025

Value£134,185.00

SupplierVerian Group UK Limited

AgencyDepartment of Health and Social Care (DHSC)

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryHealth & Medical

Ended 7mo ago8mo term

Awarded 3 Aug 2025Expired 3 Apr 2026

About

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) awarded a contract to Verian Group UK Limited for pilot testing updated School Food Standards in a sample of schools in England.

The pilot aimed to assess the feasibility of implementing the updated standards for caterers and schools, identify unintended consequences, and explore cost, acceptability, and nutritional implications of menus based on the updated standards.

The contract value was AUD 134,185.

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