Occupational Health

The procurement process for the provision of Occupational Health Services was conducted by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust as the buying organisation, in collaboration with the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The contract falls under the services category within the health services industry and has been awarded to the Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation. This direct procurement method was executed below the threshold without competition, under a special regime concession.

The award was completed on 28th May 2025, with the contract already active since 1st May 2025, set to conclude by 31st March 2027. The services are to be delivered across various regions in the United Kingdom including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those capable of offering comprehensive occupational health solutions.

Firms experienced in navigating public sector contracts can leverage this award to establish stronger ties with NHS organisations. Large-scale foundations or established health service providers looking to expand into new geographical regions within the UK could find this contract appealing, benefiting from a steady revenue stream over its duration. The nature of the procurement, being awarded without competition, highlights the demand for reliable and proficient service providers in this field.