--- title: "Provision of General Dental Services for NHS England and NHS Improvement (Midlands)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT" published: "2019-05-23" --- # Provision of General Dental Services for NHS England and NHS Improvement (Midlands) Buyer: NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d922f1f6-5332-48b0-be1a-638f47a809ef.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit, seeking providers for the "Provision of General Dental Services for NHS England and NHS Improvement (Midlands)." This tender falls under the health services industry and is set to take place in various locations, including Leicester, Melton Mowbray, and Louth, among others. The contract will be awarded following an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage, with bids due by 12:00 p.m. on 24 June 2019. Successful bidders will engage in a contract period commencing 1 March 2020 and lasting for seven years, with an option for a three-year extension. This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly dental practices and healthcare service providers, looking to expand their services in the Midlands region. Companies specializing in general dental services, especially those capable of offering extended access sessions beyond regular operating hours, are well-suited to respond. The emphasis on improving oral health access indicates a growing demand for quality dental care, making this a pivotal moment for relevant businesses aiming to enhance their reach and service offerings. ## Notice NHS Arden and Greater East Midlands Commissioning Support Unit (NHS Arden and GEM CSU) on behalf of NHS England and NHS Improvement - Midlands are inviting suitably qualified providers who are capable of delivering General Dental Services for the following: Lot 1 - Leicester (Extended Access) 15, 000 UDAs, to provide general dental services within Stonegygate/Evington ward. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. Activity being recommissioning due to rebasing contracts and activity following a death of a contractor. Lot 2 - Melton Mowbray (Extended Access) 31, 000 UDAs, to provide general dental services. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. Activity is being recommissioned following a closure of a practice. Lot 3 - Mablethorpe (Extended Access) 18, 800 UDAs, to provide general dental services. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. Activity being recommissioned following closure of practice. Lot 4 - Boston (Extended Access) 15, 000 UDAs, to provide general dental services. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. New Investment in line with Oral Health Needs Assessment to improve access. Lot 5 - Spalding (Extended Access) 21,000 UDAs, to provide general dental services at Dental Surgery at Johnson Community Hospital in Spalding. Service to provide a range of extended access over and above core hours of Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. Service to provide urgent dental services to non-regular patients. Activity is being recommissioned following closure of practice. Lot 6 - Spalding 8 to 8 25, 000 UDAs to provide general dental services 8am to 8pm, 365 days a year including Bank holidays. Service to provide urgent dental care and routine care. Activity is new investment to improve access in line with Oral Health Needs Assessment. Lot 7 - Louth (Extended Access) 10, 000 UDAs to provide general dental services. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm. Activity is new investment to improve access in line with Oral Health Needs Assessment. Lot 8 - Skegness/Spilsby (Extended Access) 5, 000 UDAs to provide general dental services. Services to provide 3 extended access sessions each week over and above core hours Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm. Activity is new investment to improve access in line with Oral Health Needs Assessment. As a result of this procurement exercise an agreement will be established with the successful bidder(s) for a period of 7 years [with the commissioner having the option to extend the contract for up to a further 3 years]. Additional information: Further information and the ITT documentation can be found at https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=agcsu and bids must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. on 24.06.2019. The tender ID No. is 35381. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/684df57b-eb42-4870-ac32-95ab4c21236b | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | 24 Jun 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2020 - 28 Feb 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS ARDEN AND GREATER EAST MIDLANDS COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT | | Locality | NORTHAMPTON | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN3 6BF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Boothville and Parklands | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85100000 - Health services - 85130000 - Dental practice and related services - 85131000 - Dental-practice services ## Release History - 23 May 2019 at 16:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/684df57b-eb42-4870-ac32-95ab4c21236b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/684df57b-eb42-4870-ac32-95ab4c21236b 23rd May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/68205 User / Company ## Notice URLs - http://www.england.nhs.uk - https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=agcsu ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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