Provision of Intermediate Minor Oral Surgery and Conscious Sedation at Aesthetic Smiles - LLR

This procurement process involves the NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board extending a health services contract under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The contract titled "Provision of Intermediate Minor Oral Surgery and Conscious Sedation at Aesthetic Smiles - LLR," falls within the dental practice and related services industry category, specifically focused in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (UKF2). Currently at the Contract Modification stage, the contract has been modified to extend the service provision until 30th November 2025, following an abandoned procurement.

The need for continuity in providing specialised oral surgery care necessitated this extension, ensuring services continue while a competitive process is conducted. The contract has a lifetime value of £2,932,270.95 GBP, with Aesthetic Smiles Healthcare Limited as the active supplier. This tender presents significant opportunities for dental practices, especially those with expertise in minor oral surgery and conscious sedation.

Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the healthcare industry with the capacity to handle specialised surgical interventions and manage medically complex patients would be well-suited to compete in upcoming competitive processes. Aligning with the NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, competitors should demonstrate their capability to deliver high-standard dental care and maintain service continuity, contributing to regional health service sustainability and patient care enhancement. The extension reflects a strategic need for experienced providers to facilitate smooth transitions while the commissioner organises a comprehensive tender process.