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Dorset ME Support Group - Self care co-ordinator

DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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16 Feb 2026 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract titled "Dorset ME Support Group - Self care co-ordinator" in the health services sector, specifically focusing on support group services for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalopathy teams. This procurement has been conducted through a direct method below the competition threshold, indicating no competitive bidding was involved. The contract began on 5th November 2025 and will end on 30th October 2026. Situated in Poole, the Foundation Trust operates within the UKK24 region and falls under the public authority - central government classification.

The awarded contract offers business growth opportunities particularly for large-scale health service providers who specialise in support services focusing on self-care coordination. Businesses experienced in providing healthcare support or who have a service-oriented approach in the health sector may find this contract beneficial. Dorset ME Support Group, the successful supplier, exemplifies the type of organisation equipped to fulfil such specialised service needs. The procurement presents ongoing engagement possibilities for businesses interested in collaborating with central government authorities in health service delivery within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Dorset ME Support Group - Self care co-ordinator

Notice Description

Support group service for CFS/ME teams - self care co-ordinator Wendy Ridout

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065514
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013917-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2025 - 30 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Procurement Department
Contact Email
alice.march@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01202 277000

Buyer Location

Locality
POOLE
Postcode
BH17 0RB
Post Town
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Canford Heath
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DORSET ME SUPPORT GROUP

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