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

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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11 Mar 2026 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Department of Health & Social Care, headquartered in London, is actively pursuing the completion of the "DHSC:PCP:Water Fluoridation Feasibility Studies Part 1 - YW" contract, within the health services sector, aiming to improve oral health in line with the 10 Year Health Plan. This tender examines the feasibility of fluoridating water supplies, awarded to Yorkshire Water Limited. The award, valued at GBP 71,310, commenced on 16th March 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with potential renewal options extending to 30th October 2026. This procurement, conducted through a direct method, bypasses competition as it falls below threshold levels, showcasing efficiency in procurement strategy.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for large-scale service providers in the water industry concerned with public health initiatives. Yorkshire Water Limited, as the principal contractor, stands to gain substantial insights into water fluoridation processes, contributing to long-term business growth and development in strategic health services. Business entities with expertise in feasibility studies and awareness in government health objectives are well-suited to leverage this project for expanding their footprint. The focus on enhancing oral health outcomes via community-centric interventions presents potential avenues for new collaborative ventures and operational scaling in public health services.

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Notice Title

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

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066784
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021912-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
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
£59,425 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20266 days ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

YORKSHIRE WATER

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