Provision of Occupational Health Services

Orkney Islands Council has recently completed the procurement process for the provision of Occupational Health Services, awarding the contract to TAC Healthcare. This procurement was initiated through an open procedure, emphasising services tailored to general public services within the healthcare industry category. The authority’s priority centers around offering advice to its employees, rather than direct treatment.

Located in Kirkwall, UKM65, Orkney Islands, this contract covers a region renowned for its expansive island geography. The contract value is set at £425,000, commencing with a 36-month initial period, signed on 19th July 2025. The procurement process witnessed the tender stage active as of 20th August 2024, with bid submissions concluding on 20th September 2024, marking a significant progression for the council.

Rosemary Colsell, serving as the point of contact, ensures seamless communication throughout the project. This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in occupational health services, especially those adept at providing healthcare advice and health surveillance. Large healthcare providers capable of delivering quality methodology and cost-efficient services stand a great chance in this procurement landscape.

The open procedure highlights inclusivity in participation, particularly offering a platform for businesses skilled in electronic submissions and providing occupational health expertise, including qualified occupational health physicians and nurses. With TAC Healthcare from Aberdeen excelled as the supplier, similar large-scale firms equipped with efficient project methodologies and competitive pricing strategies can aim to capture future procurement opportunities from Orkney Islands Council, fostering further regional business development and collaborative ventures within the local healthcare sector.