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North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Employee Assistance Services (through CCS DPS RM6296)

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of Employee Assistance Services, focusing on general wellbeing support and counselling services for its employees. This contract falls under the health services industry category and includes additional guidance and counselling services. The contract covers the East Midlands, United Kingdom, and is structured for an initial two-year period from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027, with an option to extend for another two years, potentially reaching a total value of £64,000. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under CCS DPS RM6296, and the award was officially made on 28th June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business operations in the health services sector. Businesses specialising in delivering employee wellbeing, mental health support, and confidential counselling services will find this contract particularly advantageous, providing a platform to enhance their service offerings and visibility in the public sector. Engaging with North Northamptonshire Council could pave the way for further collaborations and access to a wide array of similar procurement processes within this region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Employee Assistance Services (through CCS DPS RM6296)

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking qualified providers for the provision of general wellbeing support and counselling services for its employees. The service aims to offer confidential assistance to colleagues across the organisation, supporting their mental health and overall wellbeing. The contract is for an initial period of two years (1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027), with an option to extend for a further two years until 30th June 2029. The estimated contract value for the initial two-year term is PS32,000, with the exact value determined annually based on service utilisation. If the full extension is exercised, the total value may reach up to PS64,000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-623d3c36-10ba-4c0b-906d-97ede1038012
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3720714-96f8-41b7-96c4-d9befcbc48f0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
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
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
North Northamptonshire Procurement Team
Contact Email
sarah.caswell@northnorthants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0300 126 3000

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8TL
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Northall
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HEALTH ASSURED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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