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title: "Dorset Keyworker Service - Expression of Interest"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b109"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NHS DORSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD"
published: "2026-06-09"
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# Dorset Keyworker Service - Expression of Interest

Buyer: NHS DORSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b109

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## Summary

The NHS Dorset Integrated Care Board is initiating a planned procurement process titled "Dorset Keyworker Service - Expression of Interest". This process aims to provide health services in the UKK2 region, specifically focused on supporting children and young people with complex learning difficulties and autism. The procurement is in the planning stage, with the main objective being the identification of capable suppliers, gauging market interest, and developing the authority's requirements. The process commenced on 9th June 2026, with a future notice date indicated for the same day. The total estimated value of this service procurement is £200,000, and it falls under the CPV classification for health services.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for firms specialising in health services catering to young people with learning and developmental challenges. Companies that offer innovative solutions or have a track record in managing similar healthcare services may find this procurement particularly suitable. The Expression of Interest seeks to engage organisations with relevant expertise and capacity, making it a strategic opportunity for suppliers aiming to expand their market presence in the healthcare sector of the UKK2 region. Businesses with an understanding of compliance in public procurement processes are well-suited to benefit from participating in this tender.

## Notice

This EOI seeks information relating to the Keyworker Service for Children and Young People with complex Learning Difficulties and Autism in order to: 
* Identify capable suppliers 
* Gauge market interest 
* Develop the authorities' requirements 
* Support the selection of the appropriate compliant procurement procedure

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Expression of Interest to EOI seek information relating to the Keyworker Service for Children and Young People with complex Learning Difficulties and Autism in order to: 
* Identify capable suppliers 
* Gauge market interest 
* Develop the authorities' requirements 
* Support the selection of the appropriate compliant procurement procedure

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054372-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NHS DORSET INTEGRATED CARE BOARD |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1TG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLK2 Dorset and Somerset |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2026 at 14:15 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054372-2026

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.customer.careteam@nhsdorset.nhs.uk
- https://www.nhsdorset.nhs.uk/

## Provenance

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