--- title: "Recurrent Redistribution of Orthodontic UOAs in Northampton" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD" published: "2026-05-12" --- # Recurrent Redistribution of Orthodontic UOAs in Northampton Buyer: NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05a82c.json) ## Summary The NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board is currently in the tender stage of the procurement process for the Recurrent Redistribution of Orthodontic UOAs in Northampton. This service falls under the orthodontic services industry category and aims to enhance oral health outcomes for children and young people in Northamptonshire. The total value of the contract is approximately £3,031,914.50, and services are expected to commence on 1st January 2027, with a contract duration of three years, extendable up to five years. This procurement follows an open procedure and the deadline for submission is set for 8th June 2026 at 10:00am. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in orthodontic services to collaborate with the NHS and expand their operations in Northamptonshire. Given the nature of services required, it is ideal for established orthodontic service providers who can demonstrate capacity, compliance, and quality in delivering NHS orthodontic care. With a focus on maintaining continuity of care, ensuring timely service access, and adhering to national standards, this contract offers a substantial chance for healthcare businesses to drive growth and contribute to local oral health priorities. The stability and duration of the contract also provide a long-term platform for expanding service capabilities and market reach. ## Notice NHS Northamptonshire ICB (referred to as the Commissioner) is inviting suitably qualified and experienced providers to deliver Recurrent Distribution of Orthodontic UOAs in Northampton. Orthodontic services play a key role in improving oral health outcomes for children and young people across Northamptonshire. The service provides specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment of malocclusion, supporting functional improvement, long-term oral health, and enhanced quality of life. The Services are intended to be provided from 1st January 2027 for a period of 3 years, with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years (total contract duration, including extensions 5 years) till 31st December 2031. Please note the deadline for responses to the Competitive Process is 10:00am on 8th June 2026. ### Lot Information Lot 1 In late 2025, the contract with the incumbent orthodontic provider in Northampton was terminated, resulting in an immediate need for the ICB to secure ongoing provision for recurrent orthodontic activity. To maintain continuity of care and uphold statutory duties around access, quality and patient safety, the ICB is now commissioning recurrent orthodontic UOA activity to stabilise provision within the locality. The service sets out the requirements for the delivery of orthodontic services across Northamptonshire, ensuring: * continuity of treatment for existing patients * timely access to assessment and initiation of care for new referrals * compliance with national orthodontic commissioning standards * robust clinical governance and safeguarding arrangements * equitable access across the county * clear reporting, performance and quality measures. Orthodontics is the dental specialty concerned with facial growth, the development of the dentition and occlusion, and the assessment, diagnosis, interception and treatment of malocclusions and facial irregularities. Treatment planning considers both functional and psychosocial factors, ensuring that orthodontic intervention is undertaken only where it is in the patient's best interests. The new commissioning arrangement aims to restore predictable capacity following the provider termination, protect patient safety, and ensure that children and young people continue to receive high-quality orthodontic care aligned with national guidance and local oral health priorities. Options: The Services are intended to be provided from 1st January 2027 for a period of 3 years, with the Commissioner having the option to extend the Contract for up to a further 2 years (total contract duration, including extensions 5 years) till 31st December 2031. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043571-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | 1 Nov 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,031,914 | | Lots value | £3,031,914 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS NORTHAMPTONSHIRE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD | | 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 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire | | Local authority | North Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Wicksteed | | Westminster constituency | Kettering | | Delivery location | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85130000 - Dental practice and related services - 85131100 - Orthodontic services ## Release History - 12 May 2026 at 14:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043571-2026 - 12 May 2026 at 14:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043570-2026 - 3 Oct 2025 at 14:41 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062258-2025 ## Notice URLs - https://atamis-1928.my.salesforce-sites.com/?SearchType=Projects - https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://www.england.nhs.uk/commissioning/how-commissioning-is-changing/nhs-provider-selection-regime/independent-patient-choice-and-procurement-panel/ - https://www.icnorthamptonshire.org.uk/icb ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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