Summary of the contracting process

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is inviting tenders for the provision of dental prosthetic services under an open procurement process. This tender falls under the industry category of dental practice and related services (CPV code 85130000). The buying organisation, located at Brighton General Hospital in Brighton, UK, is aiming to establish a multi-supplier Framework Agreement divided into six geographical lots across various locations in West Sussex. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an accelerated timeline, and key dates include the tender period ending on 29 April 2025, and the award period concluding on 20 May 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in dental prosthetics, particularly those experienced in serving special needs patients. The multi-lot framework allows for multiple suppliers to participate, increasing the chances of securing a part of the contract. Suitable businesses would include dental laboratories and prosthetic service providers with a robust track record of high-quality and cost-effective solutions. Participating in this tender could enhance business growth by providing substantial and continuous work over the contract period, which spans two years with the possibility of two subsequent one-year extensions.

Tender

The Provision of Dental Prosthetic Services

SUSSEX COMMUNITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

14th April 2025 15:04:38 PM

Tender Deadline

29th April 2025 09:00:00 AM 8 days remaining
Contract Summary

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (“SCFT”/"Authority") is issuing this Invitation to Tender ("ITT") in connection with the competitive procurement of Provision of Dental Prosthetic Services. The Authority is seeking to establish a multi-supplier Framework Agreement with multiple lots for the provision of Dental Prosthetic Services (the “Framework Agreement”). This agreement will enable the call-off of dental prosthetic services under the Light Touch Regime (“LTR”). The Framework Agreement will comprise of suppliers with the necessary skills and expertise to support the Authority in delivering a comprehensive range of special needs dental prosthetic services. The Authority reserves the right to award a contract to some; all; or none of the lots as a result of the procurement process. The Framework will be divided into six (6) Geographical Lots: • Lot 1 – Haywards Heath Health Centre, Heath Road, Haywards Heath West Sussex
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-0502c2

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

SUSSEX COMMUNITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Buyer Name

Mari Keet

Buyer Email

mari.keet2@nhs.net

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Brighton General Hospital ,1st Floor, Arundel Building

Brighton , Elm Grove

BN2 3EW

United Kingdom

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The Provision of Dental Prosthetic Services

SUSSEX COMMUNITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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