Out of Hours Dental & Dental Access Helpine

The NHS Devon Integrated Care Board is overseeing the procurement process for an Out of Hours Dental Service and Dental Access Helpline, taking place in Devon. This process is within the planning stage and is governed by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. It aims to identify the most suitable provider through a bespoke selection process, distinct from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The key date for commencement of evaluation work is set for 27 May 2025. The sector involved is dental-practice services, and the procurement category falls under services. The opportunity is regionally focused on Devon, with the primary location indicated as UKK4, and the process will be concluded via the NHS Devon ICB PSR Steering Group.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses within the dental services industry, especially for those capable of providing comprehensive out-of-hours care and helpline support. It is particularly suited to organisations that can demonstrate an ability to operate effectively within the defined regulatory framework as set out by the NHS Devon Integrated Care Board. Businesses familiar with health service delivery and experienced in public law-governed contracts will find this tender aligns with their operational strengths.

Establishing a contract through this procurement could extend market reach and foster partnerships with a key region's healthcare infrastructure, offering a strategic growth platform for service providers.