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North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Products

North Northamptonshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

08 May 2025 at 17:23

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

30 Apr 2025 at 16:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council recently cancelled its tender for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products. Located in Corby, UK, the Council had intended to establish a framework to supply NRT for participants in its Stop Smoking Service. The initial stage involved floating tenders through an open procedure, with submissions invited until 28th May 2025, but this process was terminated on 8th May 2025. The contract was divided into two lots: bulk buy (Lot 1) and direct-to-client (Lot 2), aimed at catering to the health and social work industry needs. Despite the cancellation, the procurement was set to operate under a framework agreement, indicating the Council's commitment to a strategic procurement approach in public health services.

This tender presented lucrative opportunities for businesses specialised in health services, particularly those offering nicotine substitute products. By participating, businesses could align with a municipal health initiative, gaining visibility and expanding their client base within the public sector. The procurement sought suppliers with both quality and cost-effective solutions, emphasizing the potential for SMEs and VCSEs to compete, as evaluation criteria balanced quality (60%) and price (40%). Suppliers capable of delivering diverse nicotine replacement solutions, such as patches and lozenges, could have seized this chance to enhance their reputation and market position through collaboration with North Northamptonshire Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Products

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is setting up a Framework of providers for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) for use with clients engaged with North Northamptonshire Council's Stop Smoking Service for an initial period of 45 months. North Northamptonshire stop smoking service includes a 12-week treatment plan incorporating NRT products, provided only to individuals aged 12 and above who are engaged in the stop smoking programme and receiving behavioural support with regular contact from a stop smoking advisor. The stop smoking service provides 12 weeks of support to local smokers and expects to work with 1,800 people per year in year one. This is expected to gradually increase to 3,000 people per year in five years. Quitting smoking often requires multiple attempts, with stress and lack of supportive environments making the process more challenging. Local stop smoking services are up to three times more effective than unaided attempts or over the counter NRT. Potential Suppliers are invited to tender for one or more of the LOTs. - Lot 1 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Bulk Buy - Lot 2 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Direct to Client Please visit the North Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home) to access the full tender documentation for this opportunity and submit a bid

Lot Information

Lot 1 - NRT Bulk Buy

7.1. The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above. The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to: * Nicotine patches (16/24 hour) * Nicotine gum * Nicotine lozenges * Nicotine mouth spray The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours. The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is PS902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process

Lot 2 - NRT Direct-to-Client

The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above. The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to: * Nicotine patches (16/24 hour) * Nicotine gum * Nicotine lozenges * Nicotine mouth spray The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours. The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is PS902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050aae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019884-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33693200 - Nicotine substitutes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£902,479 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£902,478 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Northamptonshire Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Postcode Area
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
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Corby West
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Further Information

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