Award

Smoking Cessation, Provision of Prescription only Medication across Bradford District

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Feb 2026 at 15:50

Tender

09 Oct 2025 at 12:01

Planning

17 Jul 2025 at 16:00

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract for smoking cessation services, involving the provision of prescription-only medication, across Bradford District. The procurement process followed an open procedure under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR). The buyer, based in Bradford, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement stage and awarded the tender to Bradford Care Alliance. Noteworthy milestones include the award date on 4th February 2026 and the standstill period ending on 20th February 2026. The contract commences on 2nd March 2026 and runs until 31st March 2028, with a potential renewal for an additional year. The industry category focuses on health services, highlighting the importance of reducing smoking rates within the community.

This award presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in health services, particularly those specialising in smoking cessation programs. Providers with expertise in clinical assessments and prescription of medications such as varenicline, cytisinicline, or bupropion are positioned well to contribute to public health improvements. The procurement process encouraged participation from SMEs and organisations focused on social value, indicating an opportunity for smaller entities and community-centric businesses to engage. Collaboration and innovation in service delivery were key award criteria, making this tender a valuable prospect for businesses looking to leverage their expertise in health services and drive growth in the sector.

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Notice Title

Smoking Cessation, Provision of Prescription only Medication across Bradford District

Notice Description

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is undertaking a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Competitive Process and are inviting a suitably qualified and experienced provider capable of delivering a clinical assessment for adult residents during the initial consultation and then prescribe either varenicline, cytisinicline (cytisine) or bupropion, when clinically appropriate across the Bradford District.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The extension of this contract shall be subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of budgetary funds

Planning Information

The Market Engagement Event will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 30th July 2025. Between 12:30pm-02:00pm. Interested providers will need to register and access the YORtender/EU Supply e-tendering platform and send a message via the messaging facility to notify the authority of your intent to attend the event. So those who express an interest through the e-tendering platform will be sent a link to attend the event. https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=96152&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0561ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012547-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,761,540 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,761,540 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,761,540 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
18 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Donald Onekutu
Contact Email
donald.onekutu@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRADFORD CARE ALLIANCE

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