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Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 18:51

Summary of the contracting process

West Northamptonshire Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "National Dental Epidemiology Programme Oral Health Survey 2025-28". This project falls under the services category of the dental industry, specifically targeting dental practice and related services (CPV 85130000). The procurement aims to commission a provider to conduct annual oral health surveys across various areas within West Northamptonshire from 2026/27 to 2028/29. The procurement process is currently in the planning phase with a market engagement deadline set for 31st July 2026. The location for service delivery is denoted as UKF24, United Kingdom. This procurement follows a 'light touch' regime and is set to commence on 1st September 2026, continuing until 31st August 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in dental services and epidemiological studies. Companies that are experienced in adhering to national health protocols and can handle large-scale survey logistics will find this contract advantageous for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender is designed with SME suitability in mind. The engagement period permits businesses to gain insights and establish communication with the West Northamptonshire Council to better tailor their proposals and increase their chances of securing the contract.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

National Dental Epidemiology Programme Oral Health Survey 2025-28

Notice Description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking to commission an experienced provider to undertake the National Dental Epidemiology Programme (NDEP) Oral Health Survey each year from 2026/27 to 2028/29 across three or more geographical areas within West Northamptonshire, following the national protocol, training requirements and timescales.

Planning Information

If you feel that your organisation is able to contribute to the exercise then please contact PHContractsTeam@westnorthants.gov.uk to request further information and questionnaire. Please note the deadline for completion of the questionnaire is COP 31st July 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cd54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067467-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85130000 - Dental practice and related services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jul 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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