Pay and Reward Strategy Development for the Food Standards Agency

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is seeking specialist support to develop a comprehensive Pay and Reward Strategy. The FSA is an independent Government department protecting public health and consumer interests in food across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. With approximately 1,600 staff across diverse professions including policy, science, digital, operations, veterinary and inspection, the Agency needs a strategy that attracts, develops, motivates and retains skilled and engaged staff. Following a recent Strategic Workforce Planning exercise, the FSA requires expert consultants to create a Pay and Reward Strategy that aligns with workforce planning outcomes, supports organisational priorities, enhances workforce sustainability, improves organisational performance and increases employee engagement. The strategy must work within Civil Service pay framework constraints while demonstrating clear value for money. The estimated budget is £45,000 (exclusive of VAT), though tenders above or below this figure will be considered if properly justified.