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Mandatory Dental Services (MDS) on the Isle of Wight, Bognor and Littlehampton - MDS 6B1

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) on behalf of NHS England

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

24 Feb 2026 at 19:14

Award Notice
Tender

08 Aug 2025 at 15:51

Tender Notice
Planning

07 Jul 2025 at 22:54

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In a recent public procurement initiative, NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) and NHS Sussex ICB, on behalf of NHS England, announced an intention to award contracts for the provision of Mandatory Dental Services (MDS) on the Isle of Wight, Bognor, and Littlehampton. This procurement process follows the competitive Provider Selection Regime (PSR) as outlined in the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The total potential contract value is approximately £27.6 million, distributed across four lots, with contracts set to begin between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026. The procurement stage has reached Award, with bids evaluated on a range of criteria including quality, value, and social commitment. The standstill period for representations from providers is active until Midnight on 9th March 2026.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in dental practice and related services, to expand their operations by delivering NHS dental services in key UK regions. The initiative seeks providers capable of offering high-quality and efficient dental care, addressing health inequalities and increasing access to vulnerable populations. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) like Dentalwell Ltd and 1OSD LTD have been actively involved and successful in this procurement round. With contracts potentially spanning up to 110 months, this tender is well-suited for businesses aiming to secure long-term service delivery commitments, bolster community health partnerships, and establish a robust presence in the healthcare sector. Interested providers were advised to engage through the NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW), which facilitated the procurement on behalf of the commissioners.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mandatory Dental Services (MDS) on the Isle of Wight, Bognor and Littlehampton - MDS 6B1

Notice Description

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight (HIOW) Integrated Care Board (ICB) and NHS Sussex ICB sought providers who have the capability and capacity to deliver to commission Mandatory Dental Services (MDS) on the Isle of Wight, in Bognor and Littlehampton. The procurement was divided into Lots and providers could bid for one or more Lots from the following: Lot 6B1-1: Isle of Wight Lot 6B1-2: Bognor Lot 6B1-3: Littlehampton A maximum of one contract was awardable in each Lot, except in the case of Lot 6B1-1, where a maximum of 2 contracts were awardable. The aims for MDS provision are to: * contribute to improving oral and general health; * reduce inequalities in health and access to dental care by providing extra support to groups of vulnerable adults and children. This includes, but is not limited to, children under 5 years old, residents of care homes, other vulnerable groups and patients weighing up to 227kg (35 stones and 10.45 lbs); * provide access to NHS dental services to ensure equity and consistency of provision; * provide bookable appointments outside of core hours; * deliver appropriate, efficient and cost-effective services within the service; * provision framework of the NHS (General Dental Services/Personal Dental Services) Regulations 2005 and any subsequent revisions; * provide high quality dental services; * provide access within contracted hours to un-associated patients identified as having an urgent dental need via NHS 111, NHS Dental Helpline, out of hours services and self-referral; * refer patients to other NHS services as appropriate in line with the relevant local protocols and guidance; * establish a positive working relationship between the Commissioner and Provider to facilitate and maximise high quality service delivery; * prioritise Looked after Children (LAC); * develop services in line with the evolving strategic approach to primary care dental provision and align with the priorities of the NHS Long Term Plan - www.longtermplan.nhs.uk; * promote overall health in line with Making Every Contact Count; * keep availability of appointments up to date on nhs.uk ; * comply with recall intervals, in line with NICE Guidelines (CG19). The contracts will be for a term of up to 110 months. Services were due to commence from between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026, depending upon the mobilisation period required by Bidders to commence service following award. The date will be subject to agreement with the commissioner, further to changes to the indicative tender timetable published. The maximum total contract values were as follows: MDS 6B1-1: PS7,075,104 MDS 6B1-1a: PS7,075,104 MDS 6B1-2: PS6,743,789 MDS 6B1-3: PS6,743,789 The Commissioner will be contracting for the services using the Standard clauses for a Personal Dental Services agreement. This notice serves as an intention to award contracts under the competitive process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement was carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioner.

Lot Information

Isle of Wight

Lot MDS 6B1-1 covers Isle of Wight. The maximum total contract value is PS7,075,104. The contract will be for the delivery of 21,000 Units of Dental Activity (UDAs) per annum. Services were due to commence from between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026, depending upon the mobilisation period required by Bidders to commence service following award. The date will be subject to agreement with the commissioner, further to changes to the indicative tender timetable published. This notice serves as an intention to award contracts under the competitive process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

Bognor

A maximum of 1 contract will be awardable in this Lot, for total UDA activity of 21,000 UDAs. The anticipated UDA rate is PS35.01, in line with the MDS Procurement Pricing Strategy - March 2025 amber category. These rates include the DDRB uplift for 2024/25 and will also be subject to any further DDRB uplifts when announced. Providers are reminded that all information regarding Lots is indicative only and subject to change. Providers should not rely upon these Lot descriptions when submitting any future bids, instead referring to the tender documentation released with the relevant tender opportunity.

Littlehampton

A maximum of 1 contract will be awardable in this Lot, for total UDA activity of 21,000 UDAs. The anticipated UDA rate is PS35.01, in line with the MDS Procurement Pricing Strategy - March 2025 amber category. These rates include the DDRB uplift for 2024/25 and will also be subject to any further DDRB uplifts when announced. Providers are reminded that all information regarding Lots is indicative only and subject to change. Providers should not rely upon these Lot descriptions when submitting any future bids, instead referring to the tender documentation released with the relevant tender opportunity.

Isle of Wight

Lot MDS 6B1-1 covers Isle of Wight. The maximum total contract value is PS7,075,104. The contract will be for the delivery of 21,000 Units of Dental Activity (UDAs) per annum. Services were due to commence from between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026, depending upon the mobilisation period required by Bidders to commence service following award. The date will be subject to agreement with the commissioner, further to changes to the indicative tender timetable published. This notice serves as an intention to award contracts under the competitive process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

Isle of Wight

Lot MDS 6B1-1a covers Isle of Wight. Please refer to the lot data sheet MDS 6B1-1 included within the tender documents for more information. The maximum total contract value is PS7,075,104. The contract will be for the delivery of 21,000 Units of Dental Activity (UDAs) per annum.

Bognor

Lot MDS 6B1-2 covers Bognor. The maximum total contract value is PS6,743,789. The contract will be for the delivery of 21,000 Units of Dental Activity (UDAs) per annum. Services were due to commence from between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026, depending upon the mobilisation period required by Bidders to commence service following award. The date will be subject to agreement with the commissioner, further to changes to the indicative tender timetable published. This notice serves as an intention to award contracts under the competitive process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

Littlehampton

Lot MDS 6B1-3 covers Littlehampton. The maximum total contract value is PS6,743,789. The contract will be for the delivery of 21,000 Units of Dental Activity (UDAs) per annum. Services were due to commence from between 28th January 2026 and 29th July 2026, depending upon the mobilisation period required by Bidders to commence service following award. The date will be subject to agreement with the commissioner, further to changes to the indicative tender timetable published. This notice serves as an intention to award contracts under the competitive process of the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). This procurement has been carried out by NHS South, Central and West Commissioning Support Unit (SCW) on behalf of the Commissioners.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055ab9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016685-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85130000 - Dental practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,637,786 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£27,637,786 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,880,749 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
7 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Re-procurement for the end of 10 year contract.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled, Planned
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board (ICB) on behalf of NHS England
Additional Buyers

NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB on behalf of NHS England

NHS Sussex ICB on behalf of NHS England

NHS Sussex Integrated Care Board (ICB) on behalf of NHS England

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EASTLEIGH
Postcode
SO50 5PB
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ35 South Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West), TLJ28 West Sussex (North East), TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Local Authority
Eastleigh
Electoral Ward
Eastleigh Central
Westminster Constituency
Eastleigh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Dentalwell Ltd

1OSD Limited

Further Information

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