Award

CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Nov 2025 at 13:50

Tender

08 Sep 2025 at 18:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Cumberland Council involves the "CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme," seeking to address children's oral health in Cumberland, UK. This initiative aligns with the government's Plan for Change, focusing on children aged 3-6 years, particularly in deprived wards, for a period of up to 20 months starting from 1st January 2026. The procurement, conducted through an open method, has already reached the award stage on 12th November 2025, with a total contract value capped at £219,417. AP Smilecare has been awarded the contract to provide the necessary services, including equipment and training, adhering to the National Supervised Toothbrushing Programme Toolkit.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on dental health services, as it involves delivering tangible community health benefits and government-aligned health initiatives. The contract prioritises quality and social value alongside price, with detailed assessment criteria. As such, businesses with a strong capability in medical supply provision or training services, especially those already operating within the UK's dental and public health sectors, are well-suited to engage with such public health-driven contracts. Participating in this scheme could enhance these businesses' profiles as key contributors to public health improvement in the region.

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Notice Title

CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme

Notice Description

The council have procured a provider for the provision of the CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme for a term of up to 20 months. This new programme is the latest step in the government's Plan for Change to give children the best start in life and prevent ill health, with this area focusing on the children's oral health crisis. In Cumberland, oral health is an important Public Health policy area due to the diverse nature of the area and its associated health inequalities. The impact of poor oral health is felt across the area with significant variation. The estimated total value of the contract over the total contract is a maximum value of PS219,417 but no guarantee is given as to the actual value of the contract. The scheme will deliver a universal supervised toothbrushing program for children aged 3-6 years in formal childcare and school settings, with an initial focus on the 20% most deprived wards in Cumberland. The provider will supply equipment, training, and ongoing support to settings, ensure staff understand oral health practices, and adhere to the National Supervised Toothbrushing Programme Toolkit.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05963a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073200-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£219,417 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£219,417 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£219,417 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
peopleprocurement@cumbria.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AP SMILECARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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