Provision of Occupational Health Services

The procurement process for the provision of comprehensive Occupational Health Services was conducted by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), aimed at supporting the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. The process followed an open procurement method to ensure competitive transparency, resulting in the award of the contract to NATION OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH LTD. This procurement covers a range of services essential for staff health and operational readiness, including pre-employment medicals, health surveillance, and 24/7 drug and alcohol testing, with service delivery anchored in Manchester, UK.

The award stage was completed on 7th October 2025, with the contract effective from 2nd October 2025 to 31st August 2030, allowing for potential renewal until 2032. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the health services sector, particularly those capable of integrating innovative digital solutions for case management and infrastructure support. Enterprises providing specialist health services, such as psychiatric referrals and emergency inoculation responses, will find this contract aligns well with their capabilities.

The inclusion of comprehensive service delivery demands and robust KPI frameworks highlights the need for suppliers with a proven track record in health management and service continuity, making it especially suitable for SMEs with a focus on health and safety services.