Award

AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

05 Dec 2025 at 09:54

Tender

30 Jul 2025 at 10:20

Planning

05 Jun 2025 at 09:52

Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is seeking to deliver a comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment and recovery system aimed at adults and young people in Luton, UK. The procurement process, titled "AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)," is undergoing award stages. The initiative, aligned with Luton's 2040 vision, includes services such as clinical care, support, stabilisation for those who are not yet ready to make changes, and recovery assistance for long-term support. The contract, procured via an open procedure under its special 'light touch' regime, anticipates commencement in April 2026 with a duration of eight years, and potential extension by two more years. Funding comes from Luton's Core Public Health Fund, with additional government aid possible. Significant dates include the end of the standstill period on 16 December 2025 and a future contract signature scheduled for 22 December 2025.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that can provide drug and alcohol treatment and recovery services. With an above-threshold value of £32 million, it accommodates both large companies like Change Grow Live and VCSE entities such as Community Led Initiatives C.I.C. Businesses that prioritise quality service provision, evidenced by the emphasis on 100% quality in award criteria, are well-suited to compete. The contract encourages collaboration and the formation of alliances for effective service delivery, providing a robust platform for providers to enhance their footprint in the public health domain.

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Notice Title

AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)

Notice Description

The delivery of adult and children and young people's drug and alcohol treatment and recovery system comprising of drug and alcohol treatment services, support and stabilisation for those not ready to make changes and recovery providing ongoing support for those moving from treatment in to long term recovery. These services will support the council's strategic priorities and Luton's 2040 vision.

Lot Information

Alliance Clinical

providing drug and alcohol treatment services. This includes specialist children and young people (CYP) service provision and in reach in to criminal justice system and Luton and Dunstable University Hospital

Alliance Care

A specialist team providing practical care, support and stabilisation for those not ready or able to make changes

Planning Information

PSR 85323000-9 Community Health Services Procurement of Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Services for Luton. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the Competitive Process outlined in the Health Care Services Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. The new contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026, with a duration of 8 years, plus an optional 2-year extension. Luton Council will commission in two ‘lots’ forming the Luton Drug and Alcohol Alliance (LDAA). Luton Drug and Alcohol Alliance (LDAA) model is informed by population needs, consultation and data including the National Drug Strategy (2021), Pan Beds Drug and Alcohol Needs Assessment (2022/23), Luton Service User Consultation (2024), Luton Drug and alcohol HNA data review (2024). Lot 1 ‘Alliance Clinical’ will deliver structed drug and alcohol treatment services and interventions for adults and children, in accordance with NICE guidelines, including delivery on harm reduction, prevention and early intervention strategies. This will include the Alliance Care service, providing practical support and interventions to individuals with complex interconnected needs. Lot 2 ‘Alliance Recovery’ will deliver peer-led recovery services that establish a clear, supportive pathway for service users throughout their treatment journey. Focused on fostering long-term recovery, hope, and tangible success within the Luton community. The new contact will utilise Luton’s Core Public Health Fund and will include mechanisms to accommodate additional government funding to supplement delivery, expanding the financial resources available. Luton Council will host a virtual meet the supplier engagement event on 1st July 2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054351
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079998-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£35,056,500 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2034 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ms Joan Ige
Contact Email
procurement@luton.goov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1582546680

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CHANGE GROW LIVE

COMMUNITY LED INITIATIVES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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