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Tender

23 Jun 2026 at 07:50

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Staffordshire County Council focuses on acquiring "Oral Health Smile Packs" designed for adults and juniors aged 6-12 years. This tender falls under the dental consumables industry category, specifically targeting items like toothbrushes and toothpaste. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and interested suppliers have until 10th July 2026 at 12:00 PM for submission. This open tender, conducted below the threshold for open competition, involves the delivery of these goods within the UKG24 region. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2026 and run until 31st August 2027, with potential extensions up to August 2029. Enquiries are welcomed until 6th July 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in dental care products, printing of marketing materials, or those looking to expand into public sector contracts. The potential contract value of £166,665 offers a chance for SMEs, particularly those capable of producing or supplying the specified items, to enhance their business profile and develop relationships within the public health sector. The tender process being open ensures a level playing field for various suppliers, enabling them to leverage their service delivery and pricing advantage to secure the contract.

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Notice Title

Oral Health Smile Packs

Notice Description

Purchase of smile packs which consist of a toothbrush, toothpaste and smile pack leaflet, which will be for adults and juniors (age 6-12 years). The supplier must be able to print the smile pack leaflets and smile cards. An example of the artwork to be printed has been provided and final artwork will be agreed with the Authority and Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust following agreement award. the contract will commence on 1st September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31st August 2027. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by 2 x 12 months from 1st September 2027 - 31st August 2028 and 1st September 2028 - 31st August 2029 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract. The estimated total contract value excluding vat is PS166,665 for the full agreement period.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will commence on 1st September 2026 and, subject to earlier termination in accordance with its terms, will continue until midnight on 31st August 2027. At the Authority's entire discretion, the term may be extended by 2 x 12 months from 1st September 2027 - 31st August 2028 and 1st September 2028 - 31st August 2029 on the same terms for such period(s) in accordance with the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ba9d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058750-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33141800 - Dental consumables

33711710 - Toothbrushes

33711720 - Toothpaste

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£166,665 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£166,665 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 2DH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG24 Staffordshire CC

Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

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