Special Care and Paediatric Dentistry (General Anaesthetic) - Central and North-West London (CNWL) NHS Foundation Trust

The procurement process for the Special Care and Paediatric Dentistry (General Anaesthetic) services for the Central and North-West London (CNWL) NHS Foundation Trust has been updated with significant developments. The buyer, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) Integrated Care Board (ICB), opted for a direct award under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmed by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The total contract value is £608,942, with services expected to begin on 1st April 2026 for a duration of two years, ending on 31st March 2028.

The procurement, classified under CPV code 85130000 for dental practice and related services, does not fall under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Notably, the contract ensures specialised dental care in a hospital setting for vulnerable populations and young individuals in the Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire regions. This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in dental healthcare services, particularly those with expertise in managing high-need patient groups requiring general anaesthetic care.

Ideal candidates would be healthcare providers that can demonstrate quality and innovation, value, collaboration, and sustainability, while reducing health inequalities. Service providers capable of maintaining a high standard of dental care and fulfilling the set criteria are invited to participate, presenting a significant opportunity for established providers like the Central and North-West London NHS Foundation Trust, which is the proposed supplier. Overall, the tender offers a stable two-year contract with a clear focus on enhancing dental care accessibility and quality across the community.