Planning

North Northamptonshire Council - Framework for the Provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

22 Apr 2025 at 13:41

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The North Northamptonshire Council is in the planning stage for a framework concerning the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), as part of their Stop Smoking Service initiative. This procurement aims to commission services for a duration beginning on 1st July 2025 and extending until 1st April 2029. Structured into two Lots for flexibility, the total available budget amounts to £902,479. Located in the East Midlands, UK, this open procedure procurement falls under the "Health and social work services" category. Key dates include a future notice date of 5th May 2025, with the planning publication date recorded on 22nd April 2025. Businesses are invited to express interest in bulk buying or direct client delivery of NRT products, aiming to extend the service's reach to 3,000 clients annually by 2028/29.

This procurement process presents robust opportunities for business growth, particularly for suppliers specialising in health products or medical distribution. SMEs are encouraged to compete, as this aligns with North Northamptonshire Council's commitment to inclusive economic participation. The tender offers avenues for companies to engage in the supply of critical health services, bolstering their market presence within the public health sector. Firms interested in large-scale or direct-to-client distribution models may find the respective Lots well-suited to their business capacities. Engaging with this framework not only provides substantial financial opportunity but also aligns businesses with impactful public health objectives. For further engagement, businesses are advised to contact the Public Health Commissioning Team for inquiries or to express formal interest in participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council - Framework for the Provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council is recommissioning services for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) as part of the local Stop Smoking Service. This framework will enable the council to select providers for the supply of NRT to support over 1,800 clients currently engaging in the service, with the goal of increasing this number to 3,000 clients annually by 2028/29. The Framework Agreement will be structured into two Lots and commissioned for a period of three years and nine months, commencing 1st July 2025. Call-offs will be made from the framework as required. The total available budget for the duration of the framework across both Lots is PS902,479. Allocation of spend between Lots will be determined based on the outcome of the procurement process and service delivery needs. The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service offers a 12-week treatment plan, incorporating NRT products, to individuals aged 12 and over who are participating in the stop smoking programme and receiving behavioural support with regular engagement from a stop smoking advisor. The framework will include two delivery options. To express interest in this opportunity, please complete the expression of interest link: Lot 1 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy Products (Bulk Buy) Provision of NRT products in bulk to the Council or designated service delivery points: Please see link for Nicotine Replacement Therapy Expression of Interest - Bulk Buy (Lot 1) - https://forms.office.com/e/pSkdVFJfgd Lot 2 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (Direct to Client) Provision of NRT products delivered directly to clients enrolled in the Stop Smoking Service: Please see link for Nicotine Replacement Therapy Expression of Interest, Direct to Client (Lot 2) - https://forms.office.com/e/yyTN9X6VM9 For any further inquiries, please contact the Public Health Commissioning Team at: NNCPHCommissioning@northnorthants.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/814f0e8f-956f-4f98-976f-8b62148c50e4
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£902,479 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 May 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 1 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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