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DHSC:PCP:Water Fluoridation Feasibility Studies Part 1 - AW

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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13 Jan 2026 at 20:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health & Social Care has initiated a procurement process titled "DHSC: PCP: Water Fluoridation Feasibility Studies Part 1 - AW" to assess the feasibility of fluoridating water supplies. This contract involves a direct award to Anglian Water Services Limited, a central figure in water supply, to conduct detailed studies. Situated in London, the Department operates under the UK central government's classification, and the tender is in the awarding stage with completion marked as 2026-03-31, following an initial period commencing on 2026-01-26. The procurement is classified under the services category and pertains to strategic healthcare and public service improvements, with an estimated value of £295,680 excluding VAT, with potential for extension and increased value up to 2027.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in water management and infrastructure services, particularly those that can contribute to improved health outcomes through innovative water treatment solutions. Companies with expertise in feasibility studies, particularly in the public health or water sector, are well-suited to engage with such projects. The direct procurement method underscores the importance of specialised knowledge and existing market positioning. As water companies like Anglian Water hold bottleneck rights as regional suppliers, involvement in such projects not only leverages their existing capabilities but also aligns with broader public health objectives, presenting opportunities for strategic alliances and expanded service offerings within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DHSC:PCP:Water Fluoridation Feasibility Studies Part 1 - AW

Notice Description

A feasibility study by water companies to determine operability and efficiency of fluoridating their water supplies which will be used to inform further rollout of water fluoridation in areas where oral health outcomes are worst, in line with the 10 Year Health Plan commitment.

Procurement Information

Water companies hold regional cartels on on water supply and are the only providers who could authorise a feasibility study into their operations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060535
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002898-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79314000 - Feasibility study

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£295,680 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
Daryl Mahabir
Contact Email
daryl.mahabir@dhsc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0EU
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANGLIAN WATER SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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