Oral Health Promotion Service - Pre-Market Engagement

West Northamptonshire Council is currently in the planning phase of a procurement process for an Oral Health Promotion Service. The initiative aims to enhance oral health outcomes and reduce health disparities in West Northamptonshire, with an emphasis on early years settings in deprived areas as well as services for vulnerable adults, older people, and community organisations. This engagement is classified under the "Health and social work services" industry category.

The council invites interested parties to participate in a preliminary market engagement exercise, which requires Completed questionnaires to be submitted by 13 January 2026. The procurement method involves gathering feedback to shape future service models and procurement approaches, with the delivery phase expected to begin in April 2026. This upcoming tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with experience in community and preventative health initiatives.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to engage, given the focus on scalability and innovative delivery models. Participating in this market engagement allows businesses to influence the service design and demonstrate their capacity to deliver value. Ultimately, this could lead to forming strategic partnerships and expanding operations in the health services sector across West Northamptonshire and beyond.