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Smoking Advisor in Talking Therapies, Mental Health Service

MERCELL UK LTD

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for placing a Smoking Advisor in Talking Therapies within Barnsley's mental health service has been completed. This contract, aimed at enhancing smoking cessation support, falls under the health services category. The process was conducted by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, with the contract awarded to South West Yorkshire NHS Partnership Foundation Trust. Based in Yorkshire and the Humber, the contract covers the period from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027. The procurement was conducted via a direct award method, with the total contract value estimated at £79,404. The procurement stage has moved from award to its implementation phase.

Businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those experienced in public health initiatives and mental health support, may find opportunities in similar projects as this tender showcases demand in the health services sector. Companies capable of delivering innovative smoking cessation programmes or with expertise in therapeutic environments can benefit from engaging in future tenders of this nature. Focusing on regional opportunities within Yorkshire and the Humber can provide strategic growth and diversification for vendors looking to expand their footprint in public health interventions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Smoking Advisor in Talking Therapies, Mental Health Service

Notice Description

Placing a Stop Smoking Advisor within Barnsley's mental health service, specifically Talking Therapies. This initiative is designed to provide comprehensive support to individuals who wish to quit smoking, leveraging the unique environment and resources available within Talking Therapies.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68783337-b170-42ab-858a-6c8c6d897841
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Other - Other
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,793 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,793 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 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
MERCELL UK LTD
Additional Buyers

BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

EU SUPPLY LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Postcode
S70 2TA
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTH WEST YORKSHIRE NHS PARTNERSHIP FOUNDATION TRUST

Further Information

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