Planning

HAC6132 - Supervised Toothbrushing Targeted Programme

TOWER HAMLETS

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27 Aug 2025 at 07:51

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process spearheaded by Tower Hamlets involves a targeted programme titled "HAC6132 - Supervised Toothbrushing Targeted Programme," aimed at enhancing oral health among children aged 3-5 in areas of high deprivation. The initiative falls under the "Health and social work services" category (CPV: 85000000) and is currently in the planning stage. Located in the London region, this procurement activity is specifically targeted to commence after a market engagement event, with further communications anticipated on 11th September 2025. The contract value is estimated at £79,017.25.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for community dental providers, particularly those with a focus on health and social services, allowing them to expand their services to vulnerable populations. Businesses with expertise in delivering community health initiatives, particularly within the NHS Community Dental Services framework, may find this procurement particularly beneficial due to its direct award potential post-market engagement. This project not only enhances oral health outcomes for vulnerable children but also supports the development of long-term oral hygiene habits, positioning participating business entities as key contributors to community welfare and preventive health strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HAC6132 - Supervised Toothbrushing Targeted Programme

Notice Description

Deliver a targeted supervised toothbrushing programme for children aged 3-5 years old who live in areas with the greatest deprivation. Improve oral health outcomes for children, build lifelong good oral health habits and decrease health care spend on preventable dental health issues in childhood. Justification for contract duration: Government funding has only been guaranteed for one year. After this time we are planning to combine the supervised toothbrushing and fluoride varnish programmes into one contract starting in September 2026 Impact: Despite being largely preventable, tooth decay remains the most common oral disease among children and young people in England (PHE 2019)[1]. Oral health plays a critical role in children's overall wellbeing and development, impacting not only their physical health but also their ability to sleep, eat, speak, play and socialise with other children. Poor oral health can lead to missed school days due to dental pain, affecting children's learning, development, and school readiness. It is estimated that nationally at least 60,000 days are missed from school during the year for hospital extractions (OHID 2022)[2]. There are also wider implications for families, as parents may need to take time off work to attend dental appointments with their children. Introducing a supervised toothbrushing programme aims to: Reduce the incidence and prevalence of decayed missing and filled teeth (DMFT) in the target population Increase the proportion of children free from dental caries/decay Improve the overall oral health status of vulnerable children from low income households with the overall aim of reducing health inequities Support children to develop good oral hygiene habits resulting in improved lifelong oral health Support children's right to the best possible standard of health under the UN Convention on the Rights of Child, as endorsed by our local Accelerate! Tower Hamlets Children and Families Partnership Strategy 2024-2029

Lot Information

Lot 1

Government guidance requires the programme to be delivered by a suitable community dental provider, such as NHS Community Dental Services, the market for which is limited both nationally, and locally in the London region. Following the PSR 'Most Suitable Provider' process, we are intending to undertake a market engagement event to identify the most suitable provider and expect to be able to directly award this new contract following this event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058e21
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051424-2025
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£79,017 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Sep 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
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Ms Joanne Spree
Contact Email
joanne.spree@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2073645000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

Further Information

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