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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Dorset Integrated Sexual Health and Specialised HIV services involves a contract modification initiated by Dorset Council, a significant buyer in the healthcare sector. This extension and uplift pertain to the Dorset Integrated Sexual Health contract, specifically affecting the Sex Health element, and covers the Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) and Dorset Council (DC) areas, designated as regions UKK24 and UKK25. The procurement, listed under CPV code 85100000, is in the Award stage, with an active status reported on 25 June 2026. The contract modification is set to commence on 1 October 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2027. The procurement method adheres to Regulation 13(1)(d) of the Provider Selection Regime 2023, aiming to manage external factors necessitating this change while maintaining the original contract’s integrity and value.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses within the healthcare services industry, particularly those specialising in community and sexual health services, to contribute to an established service in the Dorset area. The extension period and financial uplifts create a scope for businesses to engage with Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust, the active supplier. Companies that possess experience in healthcare service delivery, especially those able to accommodate necessary uplifts within a structured procurement framework, would find this contract suitable. This tender allows businesses to enhance their portfolio in public healthcare provision while ensuring compliance with the specified regulations and contractual obligations.

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Notice Title

Dorset Integrated Sexual Health and Specialised HIV

Notice Description

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bd1c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059859-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£42,054,307 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 May 20206 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET 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
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1XJ
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, TLK25 Dorset

Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DORSET HEALTHCARE UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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