Tender

Occupational Health Service

DOVER HARBOUR BOARD

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Tender

04 Jun 2026 at 13:56

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Dover Harbour Board has initiated an open tender process for the procurement of a comprehensive Occupational Health Service, aimed at supporting a safe and compliant working environment for its employees. The procurement falls under the "services" category and is located in the United Kingdom, specifically within the region denoted as UKJ4. The tender is currently in the active stage, with an enquiry period ending on 11th September 2026, and the tender submission period concluding on 18th September 2026. The legal basis for the procurement is aligned with UK legislation (2023/54), and the process will involve a below-threshold open competition, potentially including electronic auctions. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st January 2027 and has an optional two-year extension. The anticipated services include pre-employment screening, health surveillance, and drug and alcohol testing.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in providing occupational health solutions. Companies capable of delivering high-quality, responsive, and proactive health services will find the partnership with Dover Harbour Board valuable, particularly as it offers a chance to showcase expertise in maintaining employee wellbeing and compliance with UK health regulations. Firms with a track record in high-quality reporting and clinical governance, willing to engage in collaborative partnerships, could enhance their business growth through this contract. Given the open procurement method and criteria focusing on service quality, a wide range of service providers could be suitable to bid for this opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Occupational Health Service

Notice Description

Dover Harbour Board is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to deliver a comprehensive Occupational Health (OH) service. The provision should support the Port in maintaining a safe, healthy, and compliant working environment for all employees. The supplier must provide proactive, responsive, and high-quality services across occupational health, including pre-employment screening, health surveillance, and drug and alcohol testing. The supplier should act as a partner, working collaboratively with Dover Harbour Board to proactively identify health risks, provide expert advice, and support continuous improvement in employee wellbeing. The service should include robust reporting, clear clinical governance, and full compliance with relevant UK legislation and industry best practice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06adb0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052888-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85147000 - Company health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 20264 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DOVER HARBOUR BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DOVER
Postcode
CT17 9BU
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent
Local Authority
Dover
Electoral Ward
Town & Castle
Westminster Constituency
Dover and Deal

Further Information

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