Fluoride Varnish Programme

Middlesbrough Council has completed the procurement process for a Fluoride Varnish Programme, under the industry category of Dental practice and related services. The procurement focused on delivering health services within the region of UKC12, which covers Middlesbrough. The programme, intended to be a three-year initiative, targets the delivery of fluoride varnish applications in the most deprived schools.

The procurement stage is marked as complete following an 'award' and 'contract' tagging, with the procedure conducted under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. 6 per contract awarded to four different suppliers, following a 'limited' procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses involved in health and dental care services, especially those that are equipped to work in community or school settings.

It is particularly promising for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), given that all successful suppliers are classified as SMEs. Enterprises with expertise in delivering community-based health checks and a commitment to improving access and reducing health inequalities in healthcare will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The collaboration with regional authorities under the PSR offers pathways for sustained partnerships and service delivery in regions targeting health improvements, facilitating both growth and social value creation.