Tender

Dental Supplies for Oral Health Improvement Initiatives

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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12 Aug 2025 at 08:36

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08 Aug 2025 at 15:57

Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has issued an open procurement process for the provision of dental supplies intended for oral health improvement initiatives, specifically targeting early years settings, schools, and foodbanks. The procurement process was launched on 8 August 2025, with a deadline for bid submission extended to 29 August 2025 by noon, to allow adequate response time for potential suppliers. The tender, detailed under the procurement category of goods, is classified under dental and subspecialty instruments and devices (CPV 33130000), including toothbrushes and toothpaste (CPV 33711710, 33711720). The contract commences on 8 September 2025, lasting until 31 August 2026, with the potential to extend for one additional year. Deliveries are to occur across various regions in the UK, with the main office located in Corby, UKF25.

The opportunity for supplying dental supplies presents a conduit for substantial business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering high-quality, age-appropriate oral health supplies. Businesses experienced in sourcing, packaging, and distributing health-related goods will find this procurement especially suitable, given the Council’s focus on consistent supply and adherence to health standards. The procurement method encourages competitive bidding, with a combination of price and quality being pivotal in the award criteria, offering a balanced opportunity for businesses to leverage their pricing strategies and maintain quality service delivery to support growing oral health initiatives.

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Notice Title

Dental Supplies for Oral Health Improvement Initiatives

Notice Description

Purpose This specification outlines the requirements for the procurement and distribution of high-quality, age-appropriate oral health supplies to support supervised toothbrushing programmes in early years settings, schools and for donations to foodbanks and other organisations for oral health improvement initiatives. The aim is to ensure consistent and timely delivery of materials to facilitate daily brushing routines, ultimately contributing to improved oral health outcomes for children and adults in priority communities. The Council anticipates new oral health initiatives will be developed during the contract period and the Provider will be expected to support and adapt products supplies within reason. Objectives * Ensure a regular, consistent supply of oral health materials. * Comply with health and safety regulations and evidence-based oral health standards. * Enable efficient ordering, timely communication, storage, and delivery processes. * Maintain accurate documentation and traceability of all distributions. * Meet the needs of evolving projects. Scope of Service Procurement, packaging, and distribution of the following items: Children's Toothbrushes for STB * Small toothbrush head, medium texture * Option: Suitable for children aged up to 3 years * Option: Suitable for children aged 3-6 years * Individually wrapped * Variety of colours preferred * Each toothbrush must be uniquely identifiable Children's Toothbrushes for Foodbanks * Small toothbrush head, medium texture * Option: Suitable for children aged up to 3 years * Option: Suitable for children aged 3-6 years * Option: Suitable for children aged 7+ * Individually wrapped * Variety of colours preferred Adult's Toothbrushes for Foodbanks * Individually wrapped * Variety of colours preferred Fluoridated Toothpaste * 1350-1500 ppm fluoride * Age-appropriate formulation * Free from animal derivatives and gluten * Minimum tube size: 75ml * Must comply with national oral health guidelines (e.g. OHID/NICE) Pre-packed Infant's Toothbrushes and Toothpastes for Foodbanks and MNBT project * Age-appropriate toothbrush head * Individually wrapped packs * 1350-1500 ppm fluoride * Age-appropriate formulation * Free from animal derivatives and gluten * Option for commissioners to supply a leaflet to be added to packs * Recyclable packaging where possible Pre-packed Children's Toothbrushes and Toothpastes for Foodbanks * Age-appropriate toothbrush head * Individually wrapped packs * 1350-1500 ppm fluoride * Age-appropriate formulation * Free from animal derivatives and gluten * Option for commissioners to supply a leaflet to be added to packs * Recyclable packaging where possible Pre-packed Adult's Toothbrushes and Toothpastes for Foodbanks * Age-appropriate toothbrush head * Individually wrapped packs * 1350-1500 ppm fluoride * Age-appropriate formulation * Free from animal derivatives and gluten * Option for commissioners to supply a leaflet to be added to packs * Recyclable packaging where possible Toothbrush Storage Racks * Designed for use in supervised toothbrushing programmes * Easy to clean, labelled holders to support hygiene and individual identification * Designed for appropriate space to reduce cross contamination Toothbrush Rack Caps / Covers * Provided if racks are not enclosed * Must ensure hygiene and protection of toothbrushes Additional Items * Storage trolleys * Large sand timers * Option to provide: non-foaming toothpaste * Option to provide: toothbrushes and toothpastes suitable for SEN needs * Option to provide: recycling used toothbrushes Additional Services * Storage support of Colgate donated pallets * Option: Application of unique labels to Colgate toothbrushes for STB programme * Option: Printing permanent unique identifiers on to Colgate toothbrushes for STB programme * Preparation and packing of take-home Colgate toothbrush and toothpaste packs (maintaining hygiene and clinical compliance) Ordering Process * Supplies to be ordered by the commissioning team based on demand. * Deliveries should be completed within 10 working days of the order being accepted. 4.5. Delivery Requirements The provider must ensure capability for: * Deliveries may be made directly to each participating setting, school or distribution hub, as advised by commissioners. * Optional 1-hour timed slot delivery where required * Each delivery must include a delivery note and contents list to be forwarded to the commissioners

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract term: 1 year with the option to extend for an additional year (maximum 2 years)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058497
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048156-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33130000 - Dental and subspecialty instruments and devices

33711710 - Toothbrushes

33711720 - Toothpaste

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lee.howe@northnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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