Planning

Staff Occupational Health Services

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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Planning

01 Apr 2026 at 08:30

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Staff Occupational Health Services," which falls under the health and social work services category. This procurement process, initiated on 1st April 2026, is seeking suppliers to provide comprehensive occupational health services supporting up to 200 employee referrals annually, along with health surveillance clinics and vaccination services. Key responsibilities include scheduling and reporting on employee fitness for work. Interested suppliers should express their interest by contacting Megan Worth via Mercell or email by 20th April 2026. Located in Plymouth, Devon, the University plans to award a contract starting from 1st August 2026, potentially extending up to 2031, with a gross contract value of £200,000. Prospective providers ideally should be based in the South West of the UK for cost efficiency.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specializing in occupational health services, particularly those in the South West region due to logistical advantages. Companies with expertise in providing health surveillance and vaccination services, alongside capabilities to generate comprehensive reports and manage scheduling efficiently, will find this contract beneficial for long-term business growth. The exclusive single-supplier contract allows for predictable revenue streams and the possibility of extension, offering stability and fostering a continued business relationship with a reputable academic institution. This opportunity is especially well-suited for established businesses in the health services sector looking to expand their client base in educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Staff Occupational Health Services

Notice Description

The University of Plymouth is inviting expressions of interest from potential suppliers to provide occupational health (OH) services for our employees. The service should be capable of supporting up to 200 employee OH referrals per year and approximately eight health surveillance day clinics annually, with the understanding that these numbers may fluctuate in line with staffing levels. The provider will also be required to offer a vaccination service for employees, including immunisations necessary for work-related requirements such as Research Passports, where University staff undertake research with the NHS and must provide proof of immunisation. A key requirement is the provision of clear and unambiguous reports, including recommendations regarding the suitability of employees for work and any limitations or adjustments necessary to ensure their safety. Key responsibilities of the provider will include: * Scheduling appointments and follow-up appointments as required * Notifying the University of any missed appointments * Producing comprehensive reports on employee fitness for work, including any recommended adjustments * Providing health surveillance services * Delivering vaccination services The University of Plymouth intends to award a single-supplier a 3 year contract for the provision of occupational health services with the option to extend. Ideally providers would be based in the South West region to ensure cost-efficient mileage and minimise travel-related expenses. There are no documents to download on Mercell.

Planning Information

Please express interest by the messaging function on Mercell or email megan.worth@plymouth.ac.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030113-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
4 May 20261 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH, DEVON
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Further Information

Notice Documents

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