---
title: "Childsmilie"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04bd17"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)"
published: "2025-04-09"
---

# Childsmilie

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04bd17

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## Summary

The Common Services Agency, also known as National Services Scotland (NSS), is managing the procurement of dental products for the NHSScotland Childsmile programme. This process is categorised under the goods industry, specifically toothbrushes (CPV: 33711710). The procurement process is currently in the 'tender' stage with an end date for submissions on 20th December 2024. Interested suppliers should note the inclusion of various dental items such as Dental Packs, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, and Drinking cups, with associated information leaflets to be delivered within Scotland (UKM). The framework agreement has a duration of 36 months with an option for a 24-month extension and a fixed annual budget of £549,000 plus VAT.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in dental products, particularly SMEs, to secure a high-value, long-term contract with the NHSScotland. Companies that can deliver high-quality, sustainable dental products at competitive prices are well-positioned to compete. The procurement method is open and involves electronic submissions. Additionally, the requirement for community benefits through the NHS Scotland’s Community Benefits Gateway encourages suppliers to engage with third sector community organisations, thereby fostering business growth and stronger community relations. Businesses should leverage their expertise in quality dental products and their commitment to community benefits to participate effectively in this procurement process.

## Notice

This contract framework is for the provision of dental products for the NHSScotland Childsmile programme. The products included within the programme includes Dental Packs; Toothbrushes; Toothpaste & Drinking cups with associated information leaflets.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision od dental products for the NHS Scotland Childsmile national programme. Products required include Toothbrushes; Toothpaste; Dental Packs; Drinking cups and associated information leaflets. The budget for this Scottish Government funded programme. Indicative annual volumes are outlined below; (subject to change and can be clarified post award) Dental Packs: Age 0 to 3 years - 69,950 each(s) Dental Packs: Age 3 to 6 (Age 3 years) - 119,600 each(s) Dental Packs: Age 3 to 6 (Age 4 years) - 119,600 each(s) Dental Packs: Age 3 to 6 (Age 5 years) - 59,950 each(s) Free Flow Feeding/Drinking Cups - 59,950 each(s) Toothbrushes (Loose): Nursery (banded in 10s) - 713,650 each(s) Toothbrushes (Loose): Primary (banded in 10s) - 179,250 each(s) Toothpaste (Loose): SLS 100ml - 177,850 each(s) Toothpaste (Loose): SLS Free 50ml - 5,000 each(s) Dental Packs (Dental Practice): Age 0 to 3 - 179,400 each(s) Toothbrushes (Loose): Dental Practice Age 0 to 3 - 50,800 each(s) Toothbrushes (Loose): Dental Practice Age 3 to 6 - 119,400 each(s)

Renewal: 2 x 12 months extension available to the Authority.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013817-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,820,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (NSS) |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | AMS SANDERSON; WRIGHTS HEALTHGROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33711710 - Toothbrushes

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2025 at 08:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013817-2025
- 20 Nov 2024 at 09:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037448-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000782068
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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