Planning

DHSC: PCP: Water Fluoridation Engineering Support

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

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Planning

30 Jul 2024 at 15:59

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is planning a procurement process titled "DHSC: PCP: Water Fluoridation Engineering Support," aimed at securing specialist engineering services to aid in the delivery of existing and future water fluoridation schemes. This initiative falls under the engineering services category (CPV code 71300000) and is intended to reduce health inequalities and ensure optimal child health by aligning water company services with DHSC agreements. A virtual market engagement day is scheduled for 12th September 2024, and interested parties must register via the eProcurement portal. The procurement process will follow the Procurement Act 2023, with the initial phase involving early market engagement under PCR 2015, and a future notice expected on 6th January 2025. The location for service delivery is the United Kingdom, specifically the UKI region. The overall contract value is estimated at £370,000.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those operating in the engineering and public health sectors. Companies specialising in water engineering and possessing a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and public health services are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement could lead to long-term collaboration with the DHSC and potential subsequent contracts, given the strategic focus on reducing health inequalities through water fluoridation. The competitive flexible procedure will provide a level playing field, encouraging innovation and cost-effective solutions from diverse market players. Businesses capable of delivering high-standard engineering support and aligning with public health objectives should seize this opportunity for expansion and contribution to public health improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC: PCP: Water Fluoridation Engineering Support

Notice Description

This specialist engineer will support the delivery of the DHSC's water fluoridation functions in relation to delivery of current and future water fluoridation schemes. The Water Fluoridation Scheme supports the DHSC's responsibilities for reducing health inequalities and ensuring children have the best start in life by ensuring that water companies deliver services in line with the agreements they hold with the DHSC.<br/><br/>A market engagement day will be held virtually on 12th September 2024. Participants are required to register their interest via the eProcurement portal.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Early Market Engagement will be run under PCR 2015, however the procurement will be run under Procurement Act 2023. The likely route to market will be competitive flexible procedure.

A market engagement day will be held virtually on 12th September 2024. Participants are required to register their interest via the eProcurement portal. Those who register their interest will be invited at a later date.

Please refer to the attached document for further information on the requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048611
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023836-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Anila Kreku
Contact Email
anila.kreku@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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