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Co-occurring Substance Use and Mental Health 2025 - AWARD

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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12 Nov 2025 at 12:09

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the 'Co-occurring Substance Use and Mental Health 2025 - AWARD' was conducted by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council. This tender, classified under Research and Development services (CPV: 73000000), focuses on improving services for individuals facing challenges with both substance use and mental health. The project aligns with national strategies for drug and alcohol policy, with the goal of enhancing integrated support systems. The procurement followed an open procedure, with the award issued to Alcohol Change UK on 2nd December 2025. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 15th December 2025 and conclude on 30th April 2026, serving locations including the United Kingdom and its territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and consultancy services, specifically those with expertise in public health, substance use, and mental health fields. Businesses providing evidence-based, strategic solutions that can influence policy and service improvements would be particularly well-suited to benefit from such opportunities. Though the contract has been awarded to Alcohol Change UK, similar tenders in the future could provide growth avenues for organisations capable of delivering systemic improvements in the health sector. This project exemplifies the type of initiative where expertise in data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and system enhancement can lead to meaningful contributions and business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Co-occurring Substance Use and Mental Health 2025 - AWARD

Notice Description

The appointed provider will be responsible for undertaking research, engaging with stakeholders, analysing data, and producing a detailed report with clear recommendations for system improvement. The work will include assessing current service provision, identifying barriers to access, and developing practical actions to strengthen integrated support for individuals with both substance use and mental health challenges. The project will align with national strategies such as the 2021 Drug Strategy and emerging alcohol policy, ensuring a system-wide, evidence-based approach that informs future commissioning and supports better outcomes for local residents.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e57067c7-0871-42cc-ba7e-765ed735bb69
Current Stage
Award
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

ALCOHOL CHANGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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