Planning

Occupational Health Services

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Planning

18 Mar 2026 at 14:44

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
PlanningUpdate

14 Jan 2026 at 13:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

10 Dec 2025 at 16:48

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia (UEA), a well-regarded public authority in the United Kingdom, is in the planning stage for a tender titled "Occupational Health Services," focusing on the health and safety services industry. It seeks to supply occupational health services to both students and staff, with provisions for remote and in-person service delivery. The procurement process is set to commence with new services operational from 1st August 2026. Key dates include a pre-market engagement deadline extended to 19th January 2026 and the formal tender release on 2nd March 2026. Located in Norwich, the services will cover the delivery addresses within the UK, and UEA is considering structuring its procurement into two distinct lots for staff and students, with an estimated annual contract spend of £445k. The procedure involves a competitive flexible approach, featuring a two-stage evaluation process that could require presentations from prospective bidders.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health services sector, especially those specialising in occupational health and safety. The structured procurement process allows small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to compete effectively, offering specialised services to support HR management, fitness assessments, and compliance with statutory regulations for both staff and students. Companies with experience in delivering health services or ergonomic solutions will find this tender rewarding, given the emphasis on health assessments, support for equality compliance, and workplace adjustment advice. With a substantial gross contract value of £2,670,000, this tender offers promising growth opportunities for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Occupational Health Services

Notice Description

Supply of Occupational Health services for student and staff. Provision for services to be delivered remotely and in person as required, as well as placement health services

Planning Information

Please use our Microsoft form linked below to engage with UEA on this requirement. We would appreciate any and all feedback relating to this requirement. https://forms.office.com/e/EBAu1mrCy3

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f333
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024693-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,225,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 29 Jun 2029 3-4 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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