---
title: "National Dental Epidemiology Programme Oral Health Survey 2025-28"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd54"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# National Dental Epidemiology Programme Oral Health Survey 2025-28

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd54

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "National Dental Epidemiology Programme Oral Health Survey 2025-28". This project falls under the services category of the dental industry, specifically targeting dental practice and related services (CPV 85130000). The procurement aims to commission a provider to conduct annual oral health surveys across various areas within West Northamptonshire from 2026/27 to 2028/29. The procurement process is currently in the planning phase with a market engagement deadline set for 31st July 2026. The location for service delivery is denoted as UKF24, United Kingdom. This procurement follows a 'light touch' regime and is set to commence on 1st September 2026, continuing until 31st August 2029.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in dental services and epidemiological studies. Companies that are experienced in adhering to national health protocols and can handle large-scale survey logistics will find this contract advantageous for business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender is designed with SME suitability in mind. The engagement period permits businesses to gain insights and establish communication with the West Northamptonshire Council to better tailor their proposals and increase their chances of securing the contract.

## Notice

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking to commission an experienced provider to undertake the National Dental Epidemiology Programme (NDEP) Oral Health Survey each year from 2026/27 to 2028/29 across three or more geographical areas within West Northamptonshire, following the national protocol, training requirements and timescales.

### Planning Information

If you feel that your organisation is able to contribute to the exercise then please contact PHContractsTeam@westnorthants.gov.uk to request further information and questionnaire. Please note the deadline for completion of the questionnaire is COP 31st July 2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067467-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85130000 - Dental practice and related services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 18:51 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067467-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067467-2026
  16th July 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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