Minor Oral Surgery Services County Durham & Darlington

NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board intends to award a contract for Minor Oral Surgery Services in County Durham & Darlington under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. This procurement process falls under the PSR confirmation of contract award notice, excluding the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract was formally awarded on 3 April 2025, with a lifetime value of £774,504, and services will be rendered from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.

The procurement method used is a direct award without prior publication, targeting the dental practice and related services industry. All activities will be reimbursed upon performance, with no representations received during the procurement process. The location of service delivery is County Durham and Darlington.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the dental sector, particularly those experienced in oral surgery requiring sedation. It is suited for established dental practices with the capability to meet stringent service specifications based on performance criteria. The awarded provider, Queensway Dental Clinic, an existing service provider, was selected for its proven track record over the past decade.

Competitors with similar expertise may consider positioning themselves for future tenders within this regime by maintaining high service standards and gathering relevant performance data. As the procurement method favours direct awards, businesses looking to expand in this niche should build strong relationships and demonstrate consistent quality in service provision.