--- title: "Staff Occupational Health Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067a37" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067a37" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067a37.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067a37.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH" published: "2026-04-01" --- # Staff Occupational Health Services Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067a37 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067a37) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067a37.json) ## Summary The University of Plymouth is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Staff Occupational Health Services," which falls under the health and social work services category. This procurement process, initiated on 1st April 2026, is seeking suppliers to provide comprehensive occupational health services supporting up to 200 employee referrals annually, along with health surveillance clinics and vaccination services. Key responsibilities include scheduling and reporting on employee fitness for work. Interested suppliers should express their interest by contacting Megan Worth via Mercell or email by 20th April 2026. Located in Plymouth, Devon, the University plans to award a contract starting from 1st August 2026, potentially extending up to 2031, with a gross contract value of £200,000. Prospective providers ideally should be based in the South West of the UK for cost efficiency. This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specializing in occupational health services, particularly those in the South West region due to logistical advantages. Companies with expertise in providing health surveillance and vaccination services, alongside capabilities to generate comprehensive reports and manage scheduling efficiently, will find this contract beneficial for long-term business growth. The exclusive single-supplier contract allows for predictable revenue streams and the possibility of extension, offering stability and fostering a continued business relationship with a reputable academic institution. This opportunity is especially well-suited for established businesses in the health services sector looking to expand their client base in educational institutions. ## Notice The University of Plymouth is inviting expressions of interest from potential suppliers to provide occupational health (OH) services for our employees. The service should be capable of supporting up to 200 employee OH referrals per year and approximately eight health surveillance day clinics annually, with the understanding that these numbers may fluctuate in line with staffing levels. The provider will also be required to offer a vaccination service for employees, including immunisations necessary for work-related requirements such as Research Passports, where University staff undertake research with the NHS and must provide proof of immunisation. A key requirement is the provision of clear and unambiguous reports, including recommendations regarding the suitability of employees for work and any limitations or adjustments necessary to ensure their safety. Key responsibilities of the provider will include: * Scheduling appointments and follow-up appointments as required * Notifying the University of any missed appointments * Producing comprehensive reports on employee fitness for work, including any recommended adjustments * Providing health surveillance services * Delivering vaccination services The University of Plymouth intends to award a single-supplier a 3 year contract for the provision of occupational health services with the option to extend. Ideally providers would be based in the South West region to ensure cost-efficient mileage and minimise travel-related expenses. There are no documents to download on Mercell. ### Planning Information Please express interest by the messaging function on Mercell or email megan.worth@plymouth.ac.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030113-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 4 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Aug 2026 - 3 Aug 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH | | Locality | PLYMOUTH, DEVON | | Post town | Plymouth | | Postcode | PL4 8AA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon | | ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth | | Local authority | Plymouth | | Electoral ward | Drake | | Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 1 Apr 2026 at 08:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030113-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030113-2026 1st April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/procurement ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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