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Smoking Cessation Support Service - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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05 Jun 2025 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has awarded a contract to ICE Creates Ltd for a Smoking Cessation Support Service, set to commence on 1 April 2025 and end on 31 March 2027, with the possibility of extension until 2029. This contract falls under the Health and social work services category and covers various regions, including the UK and British Oversea Territories. The procurement process used was an open procedure, initially inviting tenders until 13 January 2025. The contract value varies, with an initial annual budget of £450,000, potentially increasing to £900,000 subject to government grant confirmations.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in innovative health services, especially those focused on smoking cessation. While the contract has been awarded, similar future opportunities could exist, offering avenues for business growth in the health services sector. Enterprises capable of delivering adaptable and aspirational health support services would be well-suited to compete in this area. By partnering with councils, businesses can contribute to community health initiatives while expanding their operational reach.

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Notice Title

Smoking Cessation Support Service - AWARD

Notice Description

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council wish to commission a Smoking Cessation Service that is innovative, adaptable, and aspirational, that supports the council to achieve it's vision for all smokers in Sandwell to be supported to stop or at least reduce the harm associated with their smoking or tobacco use. There is a total possible contract term of 4 years with a possible maximum value of PS3,600,000 available to deliver Smoking Cessation Support Service of which PS1,800,000 is subject to confirmation of government grants monies Local Stop Smoking Services and Support Grant (LSSSSG). Therefore, the initial annual contract value will be PS450,000 which may increase to PS900,000 subject to LSSSSG grant confirmation and council decision to include this funding within the contract. Further information can be found in the tender documentation. The contract period will be 2 Years from 01 April 2025 to 31 March 2027, with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years from 01 April 2027 to 31 March 2029.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f1b217c7-ef17-4d08-90f4-5e50da26e3cf
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICE CREATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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