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title: "CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05963a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CUMBERLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2025-11-12"
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# CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme

Buyer: CUMBERLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05963a

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Cumberland Council involves the "CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme," seeking to address children's oral health in Cumberland, UK. This initiative aligns with the government's Plan for Change, focusing on children aged 3-6 years, particularly in deprived wards, for a period of up to 20 months starting from 1st January 2026. The procurement, conducted through an open method, has already reached the award stage on 12th November 2025, with a total contract value capped at £219,417. AP Smilecare has been awarded the contract to provide the necessary services, including equipment and training, adhering to the National Supervised Toothbrushing Programme Toolkit.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on dental health services, as it involves delivering tangible community health benefits and government-aligned health initiatives. The contract prioritises quality and social value alongside price, with detailed assessment criteria. As such, businesses with a strong capability in medical supply provision or training services, especially those already operating within the UK's dental and public health sectors, are well-suited to engage with such public health-driven contracts. Participating in this scheme could enhance these businesses' profiles as key contributors to public health improvement in the region.

## Notice

The council have procured a provider for the provision of the CUMBERLAND Enhanced Universal Supervised Tooth Brushing Scheme for a term of up to 20 months. This new programme is the latest step in the government's Plan for Change to give children the best start in life and prevent ill health, with this area focusing on the children's oral health crisis. In Cumberland, oral health is an important Public Health policy area due to the diverse nature of the area and its associated health inequalities. The impact of poor oral health is felt across the area with significant variation. The estimated total value of the contract over the total contract is a maximum value of PS219,417 but no guarantee is given as to the actual value of the contract. The scheme will deliver a universal supervised toothbrushing program for children aged 3-6 years in formal childcare and school settings, with an initial focus on the 20% most deprived wards in Cumberland. The provider will supply equipment, training, and ongoing support to settings, ensure staff understand oral health practices, and adhere to the National Supervised Toothbrushing Programme Toolkit.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073200-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £219,417 |
| Lots value | £219,417 |
| Awards value | £219,417 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CUMBERLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLD1 Cumbria |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AP SMILECARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85130000 - Dental practice and related services

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2025 at 13:50 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073200-2025
- 8 Sep 2025 at 18:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054828-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073200-2025
  12th November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054828-2025
  8th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.the-chest.org.uk

## Notice URLs

- http://www.apsmilecare.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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