SBC 0126 The Provision of Occupational Health Services for Stevenage BC and East Herts DC through ESPO Framework 985B_23 Lot 1

EAST HERTS COUNCIL

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Award

10 Jul 2026 at 07:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract titled "SBC 0126 The Provision of Occupational Health Services for Stevenage BC and East Herts DC through ESPO Framework 985B_23 Lot 1" has reached its award stage, concluded on 28th April 2026. Managed by East Herts Council, the tender is classified under the health services category with a CPV code of 85100000, and is set within the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement employed a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract is valued at £28,850 and spans from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2028, with possible extensions of three additional 12-month periods. This strategic project aims to provide effective occupational health solutions to bolster workforce productivity and reduce absenteeism.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those offering occupational health expertise. By catering to both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and not-for-profit, voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), the procurement process encourages competition from a diverse range of service providers. Due to its alignment with predefined framework agreements, companies already part of such frameworks, or those looking to establish connections within them, may find a competitive advantage. Engaging with East Herts Council on this contract can enhance a business's portfolio and visibility in delivering public sector health services in the UK.

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Notice Title

SBC 0126 The Provision of Occupational Health Services for Stevenage BC and East Herts DC through ESPO Framework 985B_23 Lot 1

Notice Description

The Occupational Health (OH) service is a business function provided to all services and a tool to reduce absence and assist people back into the workplace,

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-334705ba-cc6f-496c-845c-ac523a35a66a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72fe6b2b-c111-48ce-9cec-e6ada752ab45
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£28,850 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,850 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST HERTS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORD
Postcode
SG13 8EQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INNOVATE HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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