Management, Coordination and Distribution of the Colgate-Palmolive Oral Health Donation in Sunderland

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jun 2026 at 06:58

Tender

14 Apr 2026 at 10:01

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Management, Coordination and Distribution of the Colgate-Palmolive Oral Health Donation in Sunderland" was orchestrated by Sunderland City Council. As a public authority at the sub-central government level, the council engaged in an open competition procurement method, below the threshold, focusing on service provisions related to dental consumables and storage services. The tender process commenced with a notice published on 14th April 2026, with deadlines set for enquiries and tender submissions on 23rd and 29th April, respectively. The awarded contract, active since 9th June 2026, extends until 31st January 2030, and involves services provided predominantly within the Sunderland region, UKC23.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in dental products and logistics services, as it involves the coordination and distribution of substantial donations. It was specifically tailored for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the emphasis on an open competition framework conducive to fostering inclusive business growth. The procurement criteria were weighted towards quality (40%) and price (60%), offering numerous opportunities for businesses equipped to deliver high-value service propositions at competitive rates.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Management, Coordination and Distribution of the Colgate-Palmolive Oral Health Donation in Sunderland

Notice Description

Provision Management, Coordination and Distribution of the Colgate-Palmolive Oral Health Donation in Sunderland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0681b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054031-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

33141800 - Dental consumables

63121100 - Storage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£63,388 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC23 Sunderland

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BRUSH BUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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