Scope
Reference
002819
Description
This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 do not apply to this award.
Public Health plan to deliver a targeted mobile dentistry service for GRT families across County Durham. This patient group is at risk of social exclusion, face health inequalities, and may be suffering with dental pain.
A mobile dental unit is needed to visit 3 GRT sites providing children and families with access to dental treatment. This service will help to remove the barriers that families are facing to accessing mainstream dental services.
The intention is to award a contract using the most suitable provider process.
Decision makers are the Public Health Senior Management Team.
Total value (estimated)
- £35,000 excluding VAT
- £42,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2027
- Possible extension to 31 January 2028
- 2 years
Description of possible extension:
If the service is successful then a further 12 month contract may be granted.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The service is for 3 sites however there are more sites within County Durham, should the service be deemed successful then the service may be extended to cover further sites.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85130000 - Dental practice and related services
Contract locations
- UKC14 - Durham CC
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 November 2025
Tender submission deadline
10 November 2025, 10:00am
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Durham County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PMPB-8772-VYWM
Corten House, Dunholme Close
Durham
DH1 5WB
United Kingdom
Email: donna.iley@durham.gov.uk
Website: http://www.durham.gov.uk/
Region: UKC14 - Durham CC
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government