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Occupational Physiotherapy and Ergonomics Assessment Services

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA

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30 Jun 2026 at 08:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria, along with the Cumbria Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority, has awarded a contract for the provision of Occupational Physiotherapy and Ergonomics Assessment Services. This initiative, tagged under services with a focus on physiotherapy, was executed via a direct procurement method below the threshold and without competition. The contract, valued at £90,000, commenced on 1st April 2026 and will run until 31st March 2027, with an optional extension for another year till 31st March 2028. It is located in the UKD1 region of the United Kingdom. The role of the buyer is defined under the public authority - sub-central government classification, with the tender having reached the award stage as of 30th June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) like GREEN ENDS LIMITED, which won the current award. Businesses experienced in delivering comprehensive physiotherapy services, especially those capable of providing ergonomic assessments and high-level functional assessments, would find this contract particularly beneficial. The prospect of developing best practice programmes for occupational health professionals and engaging with the Commissioner's various departments underscores the potential for business growth and strategic partnerships within the public sector. Companies looking to expand in the public health services sector should consider partnering or preparing for the anticipated collaborative procurement exercise planned for 2027.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Occupational Physiotherapy and Ergonomics Assessment Services

Notice Description

The Police Fire & Crime Commissioner for Cumbria (PFCC) & Cumbria Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority (CCFRA) have jointly directly commissioned Occupational Physiotherapy and Ergonomics Assessment Services. To provides comprehensive physiotherapy and ergonomic service to the PFCC, Cumbria Constabulary & CCFRA. To advise on fitness for work and undertake higher level functional assessments, involved with the COP Physio group sharing and developing best practice programs such as a neuromuscular training programme to equip other OH Professionals with the skills to meet the changes in assessment for fitness under the revised Medical Standards for Policing. The PFCC, CC and recently disaggregated CFRS Occupational Health Units are looking to undertake a collaborative advertised procurement exercise during 2027. A service review is being undertaken to provide a clearer understanding of strategy, volumes, requirements and structure for future services to be procured. A direct award contract has been awarded for an initial 12- months to 31st March 2027 with an option to extend for a further 12- months to 31st March 2028

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bf9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061009-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85142100 - Physiotherapy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA
Additional Buyers

CUMBRIA COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PENRITH
Postcode
CA10 2AU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Penrith South
Westminster Constituency
Penrith and Solway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GREEN ENDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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