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Summary

OCID:
Published by:: London Borough of Brent
Authority ID:: AA20480
Publication date:: 21 August 2026
Deadline date:: -
Notice type:: Prior Information Notice
Has documents:: No
Has SPD:: No
Has Carbon Reduction Plan:: N/A

Abstract

Following a market engagement (2026/S 000-065663) published on 13 July 2026, the London Borough of Brent are publishing an Intention to Follow the most suitable provider process.

Brent Council intends to commission a comprehensive Child Vision Screening Service for reception-aged children (4–5 years) attending mainstream across the London Borough of Brent. The service aligns with UK National Screening Committee recommendations for vision screening in children.

The contract will be for an initial period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years at the discretion of the Relevant Authority and subject to satisfactory financial and contractual performance.

If you believe your organisation can provide the full set of requirements of the Child Vision Screening Service, please register on the e-Tendering portal using the link above to access the MSP documentation and submit your Expression of Interest response.

The deadline for submitting completed Expression of Interest response is 1pm, on Thursday 3rd September 2026.

It is anticipated that provider assessments will be completed between 9th September and 23rd September 2026.

Full notice text

Prior information notice

This notice is for prior information only

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

London Borough of Brent

Brent Civic Centre, Engineers Way

Wembley

HA9 0FJ

Contact person: Mr Bhavin Mistry

Telephone: +44 2089373615

E-mail: corporate.procurement@brent.gov.uk

NUTS: UKI72

Internet address(es)

Main address: http://www.brent.gov.uk/

Address of the buyer profile: http://www.brent.gov.uk/

I.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:

https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7b52ecce-bf9b-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=2241eb95-058a-e511-80f7-000c29c9ba21

Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

I.5) Main activity

General public services

Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

Child Vision Screening Service (Provider Selection Regime) (Most Suitable Provider Process)

Reference number: DN822062

II.1.2) Main CPV code

85100000

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

Following a market engagement (2026/S 000-065663) published on 13 July 2026, the London Borough of Brent are publishing an Intention to Follow the most suitable provider process.

The deadline for submitting completed Expression of Interest response is 1pm, on Thursday 3rd September 2026.

It is anticipated that provider assessments will be completed between 9th September and 23rd September 2026.

II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: 553 000.00 GBP

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: No

II.2) Description

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS code:

UKI72

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

The primary aim of the service is to identify children with reduced vision, including amblyopia, refractive error and other visual abnormalities. Early identification significantly improves visual outcomes and reduces the risk of permanent visual impairment.

The provider will be responsible for:

• Delivering an orthoptist-led vision screening programme in Brent primary schools for reception aged children.

• Identifying and inviting all eligible children, including those who move into the borough during the academic year.

• Providing information to parents and carers to support informed decision-making.

• Delivering screening using crowded logMAR and Kay Picture Test and related equipment.

• Deliver catch-up screening within six months for children absent during the initial screening session.

• Communicating outcomes to parents, carers and schools via email and physical letter available in different languages to improve access.

• Maintaining accurate electronic screening records and performance data.

• Managing robust referral pathways into community orthoptic, accredited optometry and hospital ophthalmology services where further assessment or treatment is required.

• Clear follow up system to ensure children with an onward referral are seen by the appropriate health professional.

• Working collaboratively with schools, GPs, community services and hospital eye services to ensure seamless patient pathways.

• The successful provider will be expected to deliver the service in accordance with national guidance including National Screening committee guidance and British Irish Orthoptic Society.

The Council wishes to engage with organisations that have demonstrable experience in delivering population-based public health screening services, and the service must be orthoptic led.

The provider will be expected to:

• Deliver an equitable service across all eligible schools in Brent.

• Demonstrate compliance with safeguarding, clinical governance, information governance and quality assurance requirements.

• Provide qualified orthoptists to lead the service and ensure orthoptic assistants delivering the service maintain relevant competencies and continuing professional development.

• Supply, maintain and calibrate all necessary screening equipment including Keeler and Kay logging systems.

• Operate effective data collection, reporting and performance monitoring systems.

• Attend quarterly contract monitoring meetings and submit regular KPI reports ahead of quarterly meetings.

• Maintain effective risk management processes and participate in audits and quality assurance reviews.

• Ensure clear communication with schools, parents, commissioners and partner organisations.

• Manage a robust follow-up system to ensure referred children are seen by the appropriate health professional.

• Demonstrate the ability to meet equality duties, reduce health inequalities and provide accessible information for families whose first language is not English or who have additional communication needs.

II.2.6) Estimated value

Value excluding VAT: 553 000.00 GBP

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

This contract is subject to renewal: Yes

Description of renewals:

Subject to continuing need and satisfactory performance of the award supplier.

II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:

20/08/2026

Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: No

IV.2) Administrative information

IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure

Notice number in the OJ S:

2026/S 000-065663

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.3) Additional information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intended approach notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.

The intention is to award a contract using the most suitable provider process.

Decision Maker - The Council's Corporate Director Service Reform and Strategy or Director Public Health (if delegated authority applies) will award the contract.

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice